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Dreaming of Streaming? Hearing Aids Can Do That.
Modern hearing aids have advanced significantly with features like audio streaming, enhancing daily life through seamless connectivity. Using Bluetooth technology, these devices can stream audio directly from smartphones, televisions, computers, tablets, remote microphones, and smart home systems. This capability allows users to enjoy clearer sound in various settings, such as phone conversations, watching TV without needing high volume, participating in video calls, or hearing a specific speaker...
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Ototoxicity: How Certain Medications and Chemicals Can Impact Hearing Health
Ototoxicity refers to damage to the inner ear, hearing nerve, and balance system caused by certain medications or chemical exposures. It can lead to hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, and balance issues. Common ototoxic drugs include antibiotics like gentamicin, loop diuretics such as furosemide, and platinum-based chemotherapy agents like cisplatin. Environmental chemicals, including pesticides and heavy metals, can also contribute to auditory damage, especially when combin...
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How Often Should You Really Get Your Hearing Aids Cleaned?
A friend, a long-time hearing aid wearer, returned from a two-week archaeology dig in the Middle East and noticed her hearing seemed less sharp, despite no decline in her actual hearing. This experience raised questions about how travel environments might affect hearing aids. The article discusses the importance of maintaining hearing aids through regular cleaning, both at home and by professionals. While many practices recommend professional deep cleaning every six months, factors like sweat-ind...
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Back to School – Making an Inclusive Environment for Children with Hearing Loss
As the school year begins, it's important to discuss with your children how to interact with classmates who have hearing disabilities. Encourage them to introduce themselves and ask their new peer's name, speaking clearly while facing them. Explain that many students with hearing loss use devices like hearing aids or cochlear implants, and some may rely on assistive technology such as FM systems. Teach your child to communicate respectfully, avoiding yelling or speaking too loudly, and remind the...
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Celebrating Progress: The Americans with Disabilities Act and Its Impact on Individuals with Hearing
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted 34 years ago, is a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various aspects of public life. For people with hearing loss, the ADA has been transformative by mandating reasonable accommodations to ensure effective communication and equal access in workplaces and public spaces. These accommodations include assistive listening technologies, video remote interpreting services, real-time captioni...
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Prime Day: Sales and Sounds Abound
This article highlights the importance of paying attention to noise levels when shopping for small appliances, such as ice makers or fans, during Amazon's Prime Day sale. Many products now include decibel ratings, which can help consumers avoid noisy devices that might disrupt daily life. Additionally, the author advises researching and consulting licensed hearing professionals before purchasing over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, ensuring a proper fit and addressing any underlying medical issue...
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