Hearing loss affects over 50 million Americans. Half of all seniors over the age of 75 have at least some hearing loss, so chances are you know someone with hearing loss. If you have a loved one who isn’t hearing as clearly as they used to, there are a few things you can do to encourage them to take a …
The Benefits of Treating Hearing Loss
Forty-eight million individuals are suffering from hearing loss across the country. Of those, only 20% regularly wear hearing aids. Living with untreated hearing loss can do more harm than initially thought, and in all facets of their lives, those with the condition face roadblocks. On the flip side, those who chose to treat their hearing loss with hearing aids have …
Identifying the Signs of Hearing Loss
With hearing loss affecting approximately 20% of Americans of all ages the chance that it could happen to you is not unlikely. However it may be harder to self diagnose hearing loss then you may first expect. This is because hearing loss can sneak up slowly, initially making it difficult to understand certain tones and pitches. For instance you may …