Amp Up Your Summer Fun!
With summer approaching, we want to make sure you’re able to gear up for all the giggles, gatherings and good times ahead. May is Better Hearing & Speech Month, which means it’s a great time to check in and see how things are going with your hearing. Whether you currently wear hearing devices or generally…
Tiny Lens. Huge Difference.
Introducing Earlens – the revolutionary new hearing aid that uses light to transmit sound directly to your inner ear for a natural and crystal-clear listening experience. Unlike traditional hearing aids that rely on a speaker to amplify sound, Earlens uses a small lens placed directly on your eardrum to transmit sound waves via light. This…
The World Is Getting Louder
Blaring car horns, way too loud headphones, ear-splitting ambulance sirens—you can’t escape noise pollution in everyday life. Unfortunately, all this auditory hubbub can take a toll on your hearing—and health—over time. To draw attention to this pressing public health issue, in 1996, the Center for Hearing and Communication established April 26 as International Noise Awareness…
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…