Everybody loves an easy fix, particularly when the fix is also a DIY fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the ideal plumbing tutorial, buy the suggested tools, and get to work! A plumber would most likely be a little more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes […]
Many older people experience hearing loss, but does that mean it’s dangerous for them to drive? The response isn’t clear-cut, as driving habits vary among individuals. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the volume of the radio, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a seasoned driver has to quit driving. Whether hearing loss presents […]
It’s an awesome and wonderful experience, having a baby. But it can also be kind of… uncomfortable, at least at times, and at least when it involves how it can make you feel. There’s the morning sickness, the changes to your body, the health challenges, and all sorts of weird side effects. Getting there can […]
You asked for help with one simple chore: take the trash out. But, regrettably, it never was accomplished. When you ask why they didn’t do it, your partner responds “I never heard you ask me”. Why aren’t you surprised that your partner didn’t hear the one thing they needed done? The colloquial term for this […]
Aging is one of the most typical indicators of hearing loss, and let’s face it, try as we may, we can’t escape aging. Sure, dyeing your hair might make you look younger, but it doesn’t actually change your age. But you might not know that a number of treatable health conditions have also been associated […]
Have you ever lost your earbuds? (Or, perhaps, inadvertently left them in the pocket of a pullover that went through the laundry?) All of a sudden, your morning jog is a million times more boring. You have a dull and dreary commute to work. And your virtual meetings are suffering from poor audio quality. The […]
Hearing loss has a track record for showing itself slowly. This can make the symptoms difficult to detect. It’s nothing to worry about, you simply need the volume on the TV a little louder, no big deal, right? That’s usually the case, yes, but not always. It turns out hearing loss can also occur abruptly […]
As your body gets older, it’s not hard to notice the changes. You get wrinkles. You begin to lose your hair or it turns grey. Your joints start to stiffen. Your skin gets a little saggy in places. Maybe your eyesight and your hearing both begin to diminish a little. It’s pretty difficult not to […]
For just a moment, picture that you have a job as a salesperson. Today, you’re on a very important call with a potential client. Your company is being looked at for a job and several people from your business have come together on a conference call. All of the different voices get a bit muddled […]
Isn’t pizza fascinating? As long as a few criteria are met, you can adjust toppings, cheese, and sauce, and it’s still a pizza. That’s a lot like hearing loss. But as long as you have a hard time hearing sound, it’s still hearing loss regardless of whether it’s caused by genetic factors, age, blockages, or […]