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20/07/2018

19/07/2018

This is by far the most important reason we are such huge advocates for proper and awareness for and treatment.

A group of researchers presented their findings to the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in London after a 4-year study looking at the relationship between and .

In a statement to The Guardian, Clive Ballard, a professor of age-related disease, explained that those with hearing loss tested "in the lowest 5% of cognitive performance and about 50% of those individuals will go on to develop dementia.”

He continued to say, "It is not the first study to suggest a link between hearing loss and cognitive troubles – previous research has found that the more severe hearing loss is, the greater the risk of dementia."

19/07/2018

If hearing loss is affecting the way you enjoy life, it may be time to consider hearing aids as a solution. We created a pesonalized quiz to help first-time hearing aid users find the right style for them!

Follow the link to answer a few simple questions about your lifestyle and needs and we'll suggest the type of hearing aids that match your preferences.

Click here to begin our quick & easy Hearing Aid Right-fit Wizard. We'll suggest the type of hearing aid that fits your lifestyle!

18/07/2018

WE LOVE YOU MozzeriaSF 🍕❤️ Creating jobs for the Deaf and HoH community one slice at a time!

18/07/2018

"2. Thinking that Hearing Will Instantly Improve with Hearing Aids"

Once more for the people in back - and then once more please for the people in front and middle as well 😉

Hearing aids are wonderful pieces of technology, but they're not overnight cures!

The brain needs time. It's been a while since it had some quality sound to work with and it can seem like a lot all at once.

Remember to take it slow with your first set of hearing aids. Give your ears and brain some time to buddy up with each other 👂+🧠=🤝

All good things take time! And if your hearing aids are still not functioning the way you like, it's time for a visit to your audiologist.

What new hearing experiences will you have with your hearing aid? Don't let these mistakes ruin your day.

18/07/2018

Hearing loss can come in multiple forms, and can affect us all in many different ways.

Sometimes, it may just be a simple issue like excessive wax in the ear canal, a temporary ear infection, or the effects of a loud show/concert.

In many cases, hearing loss can also be caused by something more significant, such as nerve damage or the effects of aging and a life lived fully (and loudly).

Read on to learn about important signs & symptoms to look out for that might indicate a hearing loss, along with options for treatment!

Learn about the different types of hearing loss and common causes, symptoms and treatment to consider.

16/07/2018

If you're curious about how our sense of hearing works and the all the teeny tiny cellular details that explain how we lose our hearing - here is an excellent video that sums it all up! 👌👂🧠

14/07/2018

Two Friday the 13th’s in the same year?! 😱 Say no more.

There is a 200% chance that Jason Voorhees wears hearing aids. Simply no other explanation for him being at LEAST Top 3 hide n’ seek players of all time. Fact.

13/07/2018

Everyone can appreciate a helping hand. When a friend or family member is hard of hearing or living with a newfound hearing loss, that helping hand is more important than ever.

Hearing loss is extremely common. Read about the ways to approach the topic of hearing loss with your loved ones to make sure they're getting the proper hearing care and technology they need to join back in on the conversation.

13/07/2018

"Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual."
The latest video from the The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association helps parents stay informed on their child's speech and hearing development 👂❤️

12/07/2018

Choosing new hearing aids shouldn't be a solo journey. Check out this convenient post from Ascent Audiology and Hearing Fredericksburg to help learn about the features and functions that work best for your life! 👍👂✅

Let the experts at Ascent Audiology & Hearing help you address your hearing concerns with hearing aids that provide the functionality you need & the comfort you desire.

11/07/2018

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Normally, cats will meow when they want food or attention from their owners but what happens when their owners have a hearing problem? This clever cat understands that he will get nothing if he meows to his deaf owner so he learned sign language instead! He even mimics the movement of tapping his pa...

10/07/2018

It's amazing to see all the different types of innovation in the world of assistive technology. The hearing aids of today are leaps and bounds ahead of what they were just ten years ago and the future keeps looking brighter :)

Think that assistive technology for the deaf community is all about your run-of-the-mill hearing aids here in 2018? Think again! From signing robot arms to mind-reading hearing aids, the next few years are going to be pretty darn amazing for accessibility tech if this list is anything to go by.

10/07/2018

Video games are here to save the day 🕹️🎮🤓

Neuroscientists have created a video game that can train people with hearing difficulties to identify sounds better.

09/07/2018

How many of us can remember the last time we had our hearing checked?

For more than a fair share of us, it may have been the mandatory one we received in grade school.

Just like the rest of our body needs to be checked up on every so often - so do our ears. Routine hearing tests are incredibly important, and usually FREE! So why not, right?

You can even book yours quick & easy at a local hearing center by clicking right here: http://bit.ly/FindYourHearingProfessional

Here are some of the things you can expect from today's routine hearing evaluation:

Most people get their hearing tested during their childhood years and never think to do it again. You can get a free hearing test most places to determine if you have a possible…

04/07/2018

🇺🇸 Hey America, we love you! 🇺🇸Wishing everyone a very happy 4th of July this year and if your plans involve fireworks, make sure to have the proper and to either turn down or take out those hearing aids! Just until they're over 😉

03/07/2018

A new report from the UK offers a comprehensive look at the guidelines for treatment of adults showing signs of hearing loss.

The comprehensive report offered clinical guidance on several topics, including audiological assessment and referral, removing earwax, etc.

03/07/2018

Can you spot it? 👌😉

Hearing aids are essential anywhere and at any time. The priest knows how important this is.

30/06/2018

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Three sisters get cochlear implants activated on the same day.

29/06/2018

Calling All Hearing Aid Wearers: Have you noticed yourself having extra energy since you started wearing your devices?

We work with Audiologists around the world every day and the message is crystal clear: New hearing aid users report having an extra boost of energy, now that they can hear more comfortably than before.

Hearing loss can be tiring. The struggle to try and decipher and process the sounds you hear all day, every day can be draining. The ever-knowledgeable Dr. Parrish is here to help break it down! 👩‍⚕️👂❤️

Be sure to **Watch in HD** 😉

28/06/2018

The question: How do you help the people of the internet see how small are these days?
Answer: 🗣SIZE COMPARISON SHOTS 🙌

Here’s a look at a popular hearing aid next to a lifesaver 🙉

28/06/2018

The earbud generation is on a fast-track to record high numbers of hearing loss at younger ages than ever before.

Here’s some helpful information about the best types of headphones to prevent hearing loss 🔊👂👌

In this review of the right headphone type to prevent hearing loss, Consumer Reports talks to experts to find out how to choose headphones that are better at protecting your ears.

27/06/2018

Hearing aids have come a long way, and the future keeps looking brighter and brighter as the technology continues to move forward. Which new hearing aid innovations are you most excited about?

As technology advances, hearing specialists say hearing aids will continue to get smaller and smarter than ever before! In fact, whether they sit inside or o...

27/06/2018

Robert Jackler, MD, the Edward C. and Amy S. Sewall Professor in Otorhinolaryngology describe the statistics behind the steadily-increasing number of aging adults with hearing loss as a "coming tsunami". This number is only expected to rise significantly in the years to come.

More and more Americans are living with a quietly increasing disability, and one that can have a dangerous ripple effect into other aspects of their health, happiness and livelihood. But a transformation in treatment is on the horizon.

27/06/2018

Think about your day-to-day routine for a moment.

What sounds do you encounter the most?

Which places do you frequent that tend to give you more listening trouble than others?

Hearing aid makers and Audiological professionals are constantly striving to better understand the acoustic landscapes that make up our everyday lives, with the goal of creating devices that are more sophisticated than ever believed.

As of this year, 2018, the floodgates will open with the release of the first machine learning powered hearing aid.

25/06/2018

Bruce Springsteen is one of the many charitable celebrity ambassadors to join up with the Hear the World Foundation.

Together they work to help children and adults with hearing loss in low-income countries gain access to better and . To that, we say - rock on Bruce, rock on.

http://bit.ly/SpringsteenJoinsHearTheWorld

Bruce Springsteen is the latest celebrity to join The Hear the World Foundation as an ambassador for hearing loss awareness for children in low-income countries.

22/06/2018

The key to making sure your hearing aids live a long and healthy lifespan is showing them some extra love! A little cleaning and maintenance goes a long way, and one crucial part of this to change out your wax guards.
Here's a little How-To video we created for those that like the DIY approach. For everyone else, you can always visit your local Audiologist or Hearing Instrument Specialist! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️👂❤️

22/06/2018

If you live with tinnitus - the feeling of constant ringing or buzzing noise in the ears - you know firsthand how difficult it can be.

We created a guide to help others better understand tinnitus and give suggestions for treatment and relief... and it's 100% 🙌 FREE 🙌

Download, learn, & share away to help spread

Ringing in the ears? Tinnitus can be one of the most frustrating things to deal with for those who experience it and can possibly lead to further hearing loss.

21/06/2018

With the number of people affected by hearing loss growing each year, it's seems more possible than ever that hearing loss and hearing aids are on their way to becoming the new normal.

Can you imagine a time when hearing loss would be commonplace? When it would be more prevalent than not in a social setting? When it would be the new normal? Given demographic trends, we may be rap…

21/06/2018

Watch the video below to see Aaron Rodgers & Danica Patrick help give hearing aids to over 100 children and adults in Zambia 😍🙌👂