What Are Common Causes of Pediatric Hearing Loss?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “CDC data have shown that approximately 1 to 3 per 1,000 children have hearing loss. Other studies have shown rates from 2 to 5 per 1,000 children.” These statistics show that hearing loss in children is relatively common. But what causes it? We review some…
How to Plan a Hearing Loss-Friendly Wedding
If you’re planning a wedding, you should know that, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, one in eight people in the United States age 12 or older have hearing loss in one or both ears. This means there will most likely be a handful of people who experience some degree…
How Musicians Can Protect Their Hearing
Noise exposure is the second most common cause of sensorineural hearing loss after advancing age. If you’re a musician, whether you play in a garage, Miller Theater in downtown Augusta or in an arena, you’re at increased risk of noise-induced hearing loss due to frequent and excessive noise exposure. We review more about this and…
Reasons To Make a Hearing Test Your New Year’s Resolution
If you’ve noticed that you’re struggling to follow along during work meetings or when out to dinner with friends at French Market Grille, you should make getting a hearing test one of your New Year’s resolutions. What Is a Hearing Test? Typically, when getting a hearing test, you will receive a pure-tone audiogram, which is…
Can Colds Cause Hearing Loss?
Turns out there’s a reason they call it the common cold! Research shows us that adults have an average of 2-3 colds per year and that children have even more. While colds are often mild, they can cause a few unpleasant symptoms, including, in some cases, temporary hearing loss. Common Cold Symptoms Symptoms of a…
Tips for Sharing the Holiday Cheer with Children Who Have Hearing Loss
Many associate hearing loss with older populations, but lots of children experience hearing loss as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately one to three of every 1,000 children has hearing loss, while other studies have estimated this number to be more like two to five per 1,000 children. If…
Boo! Protect Your Hearing From Loud Noises This Halloween
Halloween is only a few days away. Many of you have already picked out the perfect pumpkin at Steed’s Dairy and are putting the finishing touches on costumes before you head out for a night or a whole weekend of spooky fun. However, what you may not realize is that some of these fun Halloween…
Highlighting Pediatric Hearing Loss for Audiology Awareness Month
Though hearing loss may be more commonly associated with older adults, anyone can develop the condition, including children. For Audiology Awareness Month, we’d like to highlight some key facts about pediatric hearing loss, including causes, signs and possible treatment options. Facts About Pediatric Hearing Loss According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication…
How To Make the Most of Virtual Meetings When You Have Hearing Loss
As the office landscape adjusts and a good number of people work from home at least part of the time, virtual meetings have become much more frequent. While many appreciate the flexibility and convenience of being able to communicate with colleagues from anywhere, people with hearing loss may face some unique challenges in virtual environments….
Are Loggers at a Higher Risk for Hearing Loss?
Exposure to loud noise is one of the leading causes of sensorineural hearing loss. Many activities can put you at risk, including jobs and various hobbies. Research has shown that loggers are one profession that may be at an increased risk for hearing loss. Loggers More Likely to Experience Hearing Loss A study from 2017…