Hearing aids 101: Your guide to styles, power, connections
/Thanks to today’s innovations, you have many hearing aid options to choose from to suit your hearing loss, ear anatomy, lifestyle, budget, and cosmetic appeal.
Read MoreSevere hearing loss worsens loneliness, study shows
/If you read this blog often, you may be aware that hearing loss can play a big role in increasing our risk of social isolation. But did you know that the severity of your hearing loss could directly correlate to how bad your loneliness is? It’s true, according to today’s latest hearing fact.
Read MoreWhy wearing hearing aids at home is important
/It’s no secret that hearing aids are invaluable when it comes to communicating with others and gaining greater awareness when you’re out and about. But what if you choose to stay home or simply don’t have anywhere you need to be? Do you still need to put on your hearing aids?
Read MoreTinnitus shown to impact physical and mental health
/In honor of National Stress Awareness Month already in progress, we would like to take today’s hearing fact to spotlight tinnitus and the ripple effect it can have on your physical and mental well-being.
Read MoreUsing hormone therapy in late menopause heightens hearing loss risk
/Women in menopause commonly experience physical and emotional symptoms that can impact sleep, energy levels, and emotional health.
Read MoreIt's time to spring clean your hearing aids
/Imagine what this could mean to your spring: Listening to the return of nature’s best sounds, such as birds chirping and melted waters lapping; taking in the relaxing rhythmic crunch of gravel beneath your feet on a morning stroll; participating in conversations with loved ones over that first alfresco lunch; or cheering for a homerun by your favorite little leaguer. The list goes on.
Read MoreSocial isolation named an urgent health threat
/Thankfully, hearing aids can be a life-changing solution for hearing loss and aloneness alike. But before we dig into that, let’s explore today’s fact in greater detail.
Read MoreBetter hearing continues to be easier than ever with Genesis AI
/Addressing your hearing needs just like your brain would, Genesis AI uses Neuro Sound Technology to "fill in the gaps" where hearing is impaired. This helps you hear missed sounds quickly and accurately. Repeating this process up to 80 million times per hour, Genesis AI ensures you can hear better anywhere, any activity—without having to do anything.
Read MoreLove can conquer hearing loss in relationships
/A recent study documented some of the most distinct communication difficulties and the aftermath that came between couples as a result of the untreated hearing loss.
Read MoreTinnitus more likely as we age
/If it turns out you have tinnitus caused by age-related or noise-induced hearing loss, wearing hearing aids can be a big help with improving your symptoms.
Read MoreHeads up—hearing loss linked to brain shrinkage
/After examining MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans of all the participants, the researchers found that those with untreated hearing loss from the start of the study had accelerated rates of brain shrinkage compared to those with normal hearing.
Read More1 in 4 who have hearing damage are unaware of it
/“I can hear fine.” If you ever found yourself feeling this sentiment, you’re not alone. And if you ever found out you were wrong about it, take heart—you’re in good company.
Read MoreThis just in—wearing hearing aids may help you live longer
/The goal of the study was to find out if treating hearing loss with hearing aids could increase the likelihood of living longer. The people who wore hearing aids regularly had a nearly 25 percent reduced risk of early death compared to those who didn’t wear hearing aids regularly or at all.
Read MoreMake the one New Year's resolution that covers them all
/Think about all the best New Year’s resolutions you could make—and actually achieve—with the power of better hearing though hearing aids.
Read MoreBalancing volume and duration makes earbud listening safe
/When you use these personal listening accessories for listening at a volume that’s too loud and for too long, you run the risk of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).
Read MoreSix ways My Starkey app makes the holidays easier and merrier
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Whether you’re shopping for gifts at the local mall or taking a break at your favorite cafe, My Starkey can help you maintain your best hearing with features that allow you to adjust your hearing aid settings plus customize them for places you frequent.
Read MoreFact: Hearing aids help us hear better and feel better
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People who obtained hearing aids within the three years after being diagnosed with hearing loss had decreased rates of depression (in addition to lower frequencies of dementia and falls) versus those who did not receive hearing aids.
Read MoreVeterans face more hearing issues than any other health condition
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An Asian woman in a U.S. Army uniform sits with her hands folded on the step of a dark brown front door.
Read MoreInvest in better hearing using spare FSA or HSA funds
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Depending on your situation, it might make sense to explore using that money on hearing aids, as they are eligible expenses under most plans.
Read MoreClassical musicians at greater risk of hearing loss than rock ‘n rollers
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Whether you are a musician, music fan, or simply enjoy fascinating expert findings, today’s fact may perk up your ears: Why would classical musicians be more likely to have hearing loss than rock ‘n roll artists?
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