Scott Sirles, BC-HIS, President and Co-Founder Blog, Hearing Health Blog

MAY

Helping Mothers Hear

With Mother's day coming up, we sons and daughters are quick to realize all of those little things that our Mother had done to make our childhoods easier and more care-free. It's these little things that make all the difference to us as we celebrate Mother's Day this May. Wouldn't it be great if we could finally repay them for their many deeds by helping make their lives easier?

APR

3 Common Myths about Hearing Loss

Today there are over 32 million Americans who suffer from some degree of hearing loss. Yet, only a small percentage of these individuals have sought a professional to have their hearing checked and receive a hearing aid, if needed. Having a hearing test is easy and free and can put you on a path to re-connecting with missing sounds through better hearing. Too often, some common misconceptions about hearing loss prevent people from taking the first step in making an appointment for a hearing test.

MAR

What’s New in Hearing Aids

If you’re new to hearing aids, or have a pair that is nearly five year’s old, you’re in for a treat. Because like computers, mobile phones and most other high-tech devices, hearing aids have advanced significantly in just the past several years. Thanks to more detailed research, faster processing speeds, new features and smarter design, today’s hearing aids are definitely not your father’s hearing aids.

FEB

There is New Hope For Tinnitus Relief

Tinnitus ("TIN-a-tus" or "Tin-EYE-tus") is the medical term for the sensation of hearing sound in your ears or head when no external sound is present. In most cases, tinnitus is a subjective noise, meaning only the sufferer can hear it. Typically, sufferers describe the sound as “ringing in ears,” though others describe it as hissing, buzzing, whistling, roaring and even chirping.

JAN

A New Year for New Ears

With every New Year's celebration we make a firm pact with ourselves to make the coming year one of better habits as it relates to diet and health. With our many resolutions how often have you considered to recapture the sounds that you may be missing due to hearing loss? Whether it is the birds chirping outside of your window or family conversation in a restaurant, there may be no resolution more impactful than getting your hearing tested this New Year!

DEC

Hearing Loss Can Make For a Frustrating Holiday Season - Communication Strategies Can Help

The sounds of the holidays - joyous music, lively conversation and family gatherings are - a cherished part of every holiday season. But if a loved one has trouble hearing in crowded, noisy situations, or suffers any degree of hearing loss, the holidays may lose some of their luster.

NOV

Helping Caregivers Identify Hearing: Symptoms of hearing loss – a list for caregivers

In honor of National Caregivers Month this November, we are offering caregivers of all kinds a helpful list for the most common signs of hearing loss, as well as information about hearing loss treatment. Family members are often the first to recognize that a loved one has hearing loss, but the symptoms may appear gradually and be difficult to detect. Even professional caregivers can confuse the signs and symptoms of hearing loss with other conditions, missing opportunities for early diagnosis to minimize the long-term impact of hearing problems.

OCT

Hunting For the Causes of Hearing Loss: Preventing Hearing Loss with Sportsmen

The arrival of fall brings a sense of anticipation to sportsmen and women who enjoy hunting. Chances are, you started thinking about the season some time ago - maybe even made a checklist of everything you'll need before heading out for the woods or water. New gun case? Check. Goose call? Check. Hearing protection? Not on the list? If you haven't used hearing protection for hunting in the past, you may already have some degree of hearing loss. Early treatment for existing hearing loss is critical, and there are steps you can take to avoid further damage.

SEP

Ringing in the Ears? Understanding Tinnitus

For many, there are no sounds of silence. Instead, even the quietest of moments, such as sleep, can be filled with buzzing, humming or ringing sounds. This unfortunate condition is called tinnitus and, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, it has affected nearly 25 million Americans to date. Presently, no treatments are available to cure this condition.

AUG

Welcome to our Hearing Health Blog!

Welcome to our first Hearing Health Blog by American Ear Hearing and Audiology. Our goal is to provide insights on the impact of hearing loss and to clarify the confusing and sometimes conflicting messages about purchasing and using hearing aids. We, at American Ear Hearing and Audiology, set a high standard. We provide our community with individualized care to develop the most effective and cost efficient means of treating hearing loss. We offer a warm and professional environment to help individuals with hearing difficulties be comfortable in the process of finding new solutions or optimizing their existing hearing aids.

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