Caption apps enable those with hearing loss to better understand phone calls, digital entertainment, and daily interactions.
The world outside is noisy. From traffic to headphone use, construction, sirens, HVAC, and more. Environmental noise is more than a distraction, it can accelerate hearing loss. Extremely loud noises can even cause short-term hearing loss. Thankfully, smart technology is here to help.
The current generation of hearing aid technology is more advanced than ever before. Early generations did little more than turn up the surrounding volume. However, hearing loss creates needs beyond mere volume control.
If your hearing is not what it used to be, you may be considering scheduling an appointment with a hearing instrument specialist. However, not all specialists possess the same skill set. Some are mere technicians, and some are Doctors of Audiology. This is a defining difference.
Thyroid disease and hearing loss might seem like unrelated health concerns, but recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between the two. While thyroid disorders are commonly associated with issues like weight gain, fatigue, and mood changes, their impact on hearing health is less well-known.
Maybe your child didn’t pass a school hearing test, or a teacher has mentioned some worries about their hearing. Or perhaps you’ve long wondered: Could my child have hearing difficulties?
