Do you have a loved one you care for who lives in a nursing home? This may have been a difficult choice at first, but now you know that you’re the person you love who has the around the clock care they need which in truth requires an entire staff of people. Now that they are there, however, there are …
Tips for Helping Others Communicate Clearly When You Have Hearing Loss
If you have hearing loss then you may experience how much more energy it takes in order to follow a conversation. Hearing aids are amazing for helping us to hear with greater ease and connect to people—however, even with this added advantage listening to conversation and responding takes added focus, energy, and patience. Many people without hearing loss are in …
Avoid These Common Excuses for Not Treating Hearing Loss!
Think about the last time you spent time with people in a large group. Did you find you had to ask people to repeat themselves often, or that you felt like you just couldn’t keep up with the group conversation. This could signal an undiagnosed hearing loss. Hearing loss becomes increasingly more common as we age. One in three people …
Hearing Loss Cures of the Past
Treatments for hearing loss, like all medical technology, has come a long way in the past 20 years, with state-of-the-art hearing aids, making it easier for you to hear your loved ones and connect to the life you love. However, as we look further back in time it becomes clear just how far we have come. Here are some “cures” …
What Is the Difference between Hearing Aid and Amplifiers?
Hearing loss is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, with around 40 million Americans, from infants to the elderly, experiencing some form of hearing loss in one or both ears. For many of these individuals, communication can be a challenge, leading to feelings of frustration and isolation. Hearing aids can enhance a person’s quality of life and …
Resolve to Test for Hearing Loss for the New Years!
You know the drill! The apple is about to drop, champagne glasses clank and auld laud syne is sung by all around! It’s hard to believe that another year is about to end, but after so many years you may feel like a pro. With the new year approaching, it’s a great time to focus on what went well for …
Ear Infections & Hearing Loss
The most well-known cause of hearing loss is presbycusis, also known as age related hearing loss, with hearing loss induced by loud noise at a close second. However, there are many less known and still very dangerous causes of hearing loss. One which is often overlooked are ear infections. Now that flu and cold season are upon us, its time …
Winter 2022 Newsletter
Hear from the experts! One of Whisper Hearing Centers main goals is to raise awareness about hearing issues within the local community. As part of this, WHC is excited to share some news about the Hear the World Foundation, which raises international public awareness about the importance of hearing and the consequences of hearing loss, as well as providing support …
Why It’s Difficult to Hear in Noisy Restaurants
All too often the best restaurants are the most popular and that means noise! It’s the ambient music, the multiple conversations from diners and waiters, the clanging of dishes and pots simmering in the kitchen. The last time you went out to eat in a noisy restaurant, did you have trouble hearing? It’s common for anyone, but for those with …
Studies on Hearing Loss and Injuries
No one wants to fall, but it does happen. When we are young, we can often brush ourselves off, however, for older adults, falls have an increased risk. Weakened bones due to osteoporosis and the likeliness of more comorbidities such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension mean more risk of serious injury. When surgery is required, in senior patients, it …