Understanding Common Insurance Benefits for Hearing Devices
You have hearing health insurance, but do you know what it covers? It’s always best to contact your insurance company to find out for sure, but here are some basics on common insurance benefits. Commercial/Private Insurance If your plan does have a hearing health benefit (usually a set dollar amount per year or every few…
Thinking About OTCs? Consult an Audiologist First
With over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices now available in stores and online, you may wonder if this new, do-it-yourself option that doesn’t require a prescription or a hearing evaluation is the best approach to treating hearing loss. The truth is that managing your hearing health on your own has its drawbacks. The smartest first step for…
Happiness from Hearing Devices
Many scientific studies in the past have confirmed the negative impacts associated with hearing loss: depression, anxiety and social isolation. There are positive impacts associated with hearing solutions, as well. A study conducted by the Better Hearing Institute (BHI) supplies overwhelming data about how much of a difference hearing devices can make.[1] The study surveyed…
Good Boy! How Hearing Dogs Create Happier Lives
If you’ve ever had a pet dog, you know how much joy they can bring to your life. Aptly nicknamed ‘man’s best friend,’ some canine companions can provide more than just comfort. In addition to offering emotional support, hearing dogs serve as a second set of ears for people with severe hearing loss or deafness….
The Benefits of Hearing Aids on Kids’ School Performance
If your child is deaf or hard of hearing, you want to do everything that you can to ensure that it doesn’t hold them back from getting the most out of their education. Studies have shown that one of the best ways to help is by early intervention with hearing aids.1 A study out of…
How Moisture Affects Hearing Aids
One of the greatest enemies of your hearing aids is moisture. While hearing aids are built to withstand the rugged environment of your ear, they are still high level technology that can malfunction if not properly cared for. Be sure to keep your hearing aids out of moist or damp environments. Below are signs moisture…
For Flying Out Loud: Travel Tips for Flying With Hearing Devices
Hey there, jet setter. You may be a pro at picking the perfect destination for your next adventure, but what about easily navigating the ins and outs of air travel with your hearing devices? We recommend reviewing this preflight briefing of tips to ensure that you and your trusty traveling device companions have a safe…
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month, an annual occasion designed to raise awareness of hearing loss and speech problems. Originally created in 1927 by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), in 1986 President Reagan issued a formal proclamation designating May as the official month to heighten public awareness about hearing loss and speech disorders. The…
Hearing Devices Aren’t Enough without Good Communication Habits
If you’ve taken the first step toward better hearing by investing in hearing devices, you deserve to be congratulated. But satisfaction is not guaranteed by a simple purchase. You have a responsibility to develop good communication habits designed to maximize the benefits you receive from wearing hearing devices. Hearing is not passive. To understand and…
The Effects of Hearing Loss on the Spouse
If you are suffering from hearing loss, you’re not alone. While an estimated 36 million American adults experience some degree of hearing loss, those closest to you – your immediate family – are affected even if they don’t share your hearing impairment. Your spouse, in particular, may have a difficult time dealing with your hearing…