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Hearing loss has been linked to a number of other health concerns in recent years, especially to cognitive decline, dementia and Alzheimer’s. Adults with hearing loss are two to five times more likely to develop dementia when compared to adults with normal hearing.A recent study by...

Do you remember when glasses were thought to be “bad”? Once upon a time, eyeglasses came with their own negative stigma, and wearing them often resulted in being called “four eyes,” “brainiac” or “dork.” Bifocals were considered the glasses of the elderly, and for younger teens, glasses often...

The features inside hearing aids are pretty incredible. Hearing aids can identify noisy environments and make adjustments automatically to maximize speech and reduce noise levels — helping you stay comfortable and relaxed even in the most challenging listening environments.Muse, our brand-new family of 900sync technology hearing aids offer...

If you've got hearing loss or know someone who does, welcome to the (growing) club. Hearing loss is the third most common medical condition for adults, after arthritis and heart disease, and affects an estimated 765 million adults globally, according to the World Health Organization. For anyone dealing...

Hearing loss can be hard to identify at times, but for film producer and avid outdoorsman Christopher Free, 41, he’s known for a while that hearing aids would be in his future. Born in Saginaw, Michigan, Chris estimates his hearing loss began over 20 years ago. This March,...

Regular tests, screenings and checkups should be a part of any active adult's health regimen. Exercising regularly, twice-annual dental visits and lab work performed at annual doctor checkups, all are important to overall health and wellness.But what about our ears? How do we keep them healthy and stay...

        Having a hearing loss can be difficult. But trying to explain it to someone who has normal hearing can be even harder. For example, try explaining the difference between “hearing” and “understanding” to someone with normal hearing. It can take hours.To help provide a better understanding of what...

Did you know that moisture and debris can cause your hearing aids to malfunction? That is why caring for your hearing aids is so important. Following a few easy steps will keep you connected to your world by ensuring optimal hearing aid performance.Here are a few easy things...

Life is loud. Spending just an hour cutting your lawn without wearing hearing protection can cause irreversible damage to your hearing. But whether you’re cheering on your favorite sports teams, flying on an airplane, or getting your teeth cleaned at your dentist’s office, remember that you could be...

Noise-induced hearing loss is becoming an epidemic in the United States! . WHO analyzed listening habits of 12-to-35-year-olds in various countries and found nearly 50 percent listened to personal audio devices at unsafe sound levels and about 40 percent are exposed to damaging volumes of music and noise...

Hearing loss happens. It’s the third most common health problem in the U.S., according to WebMD. Hearing loss is also very treatable – and more successful when started early. If you suspect you have hearing loss, why not find out for sure? A hearing test...

We know that taking the next step and purchasing hearing aids can be daunting. And with so many options in technology and product styles, it can be hard to choose one that not only meets your hearing needs but also satisfies your personal preferences and style.Starkey Hearing Technologies...