Are Cyclists at Risk for Hearing Loss?
Cycling is a great way to get exercise and enjoy the sights somewhere like Coastal Rail Trail. However, it appears that wind noise may put cyclists at a greater risk for hearing loss. Cycling and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss You might think that noise-induced hearing loss is reserved for people who frequently attend loud concerts or…
How Teachers Can Reduce Their Risk of Hearing Loss
Teachers deal with a lot: from budget cuts to overcrowded classrooms. According to experts, they are also exposed to occupational conditions that put them at risk of hearing loss. Continue reading to learn what teachers can do to protect their hearing health while working in the classroom. How Loud Is Too Loud? Sounds are measured…
Check out this List of Valuable Resources for those with Hearing Loss
HearingSuccess.com Just as a weak muscle needs exercise to become stronger, our brain needs exercises to re-learn how to process sounds with the help of our hearing aids. HearingSuccess.com offers listening exercises that allow the listener to control a speaker’s voice and levels of background noise. The site even offers musical listening exercises to help…
How Autoimmune Diseases May Play a Role in Your Hearing Health
If you suffer from an autoimmune disease, you know that many aspects of your life are affected. If your muscles are affected, you should schedule an appointment at The Spa at the Inn Rancho Santa Fe. But if your hearing is affected, have you talked to an audiologist yet? What Is an Autoimmune Disease? The…
Anemia & Hearing Loss: Is There a Connection?
There’s a growing body of research indicating that iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) and hearing loss are closely connected. Below we review what the research shows, why experts theorize there’s a connection, the signs of IDA and what you should do if you’ve been diagnosed. What the Research Shows In one 2017 study by the Pennsylvania State…
The Hidden Cost of Cocktails: How Alcohol Can Hurt Your Hearing
The holidays often mean more celebrations, and that sometimes comes with greater alcohol consumption. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying a celebratory cocktail at 067 Eatery, consuming too much alcohol is undeniably bad for your health. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that you consume no more than one drink per day…
COVID-19 and Your Ears
Experts are learning more about COVID-19 with every passing day. Since other viral infections, such as measles and rubella, are well documented to cause hearing problems, experts have been paying close attention the impact COVID-19 has on the ears. Researchers in the United Kingdom have reviewed numerous studies published since 2020 on this connection; below…
Common Noises that May Lead to Hearing Loss
We are constantly exposed to environmental sounds, from the hum of the appliances in the kitchen to the roar of the ocean. While many sounds are perfectly safe, there are some that are loud enough to cause permanent damage to your ears. Below is a look at three sounds that are simply too loud. Understanding…
New Research Confirms Tinnitus More Severe with Hearing Loss
Tinnitus is a ringing, roaring, whistling, hissing, humming or buzzing sound with no external sound source. Though tinnitus is common – affecting approximately 50 million Americans – everyone experiences it differently. It can affect one ear or both and range from a mild nuisance to a debilitating experience. New research shows that tinnitus tends to…
Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss & Anxiety?
It’s natural to feel anxious if you can’t hear the directions from your GPS for which exit to take off Interstate 5 when trying to navigate yourself home. For those with hearing loss, this can be a constant feeling. It’s no wonder that experts are looking into the connection between hearing loss and anxiety. What…
