Hearing loss not only takes a toll on hearing capacity but also cognitive abilities. The ears and brain work to absorb and process incoming sound information. So the presence of hearing loss impacts the entire auditory system which consists of the ears and brain. Hearing loss affects over 48 million people and is the third most common chronic medical condition …

Along with hearing loss’s expected challenges, many other silent side effects come along when hearing becomes difficult. Navigating a world built for those with healthy hearing can be ostracizing at times, in addition to the simple logistical trials that come with trying to communicate with an impairment. For instance, a recent study showed that hearing loss is associated with a …

We all know there are “no stupid questions” – especially when it comes to our health. To ease some of your fears or reservations about scheduling a hearing exam or learning about hearing aids, we’ve decided to feature five common questions about hearing loss or hearing aids that you may have always wondered but been too afraid to ask. Are …