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….
Ototoxicity and Hearing Loss
Did you know that Aspirin can cause hearing loss? Aspirin is one of many ototoxic drugs, drugs that are toxic to the ear, specifically the cochlea, the auditory nerve and occasionally the vestibular system, or the inner ear and balance. Most widely used as a pain-reliever and fever-reducer and a preventative measure for acute coronary…