It’s natural to want to understand the side effects of a medication when you begin taking it. Can it give you a stomach ache? Will it dehydrate you? Cause insomnia? You may not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Lots of different drugs are known to trigger this […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you get older? Hearing loss is a common slowly advancing condition that impacts all adults. In fact, over 50% of those 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we age. There’s no one […]
It’s no fun when you can’t sleep at night. Especially when it happens frequently. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time again and again, and worrying about how exhausted you will be tomorrow. Medical professionals call this kind of persistent sleeplessness “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of persistent insomnia will add up, […]
You may be acquainted with the various factors contributing to hearing loss, such as the impact of aging, genetic predisposition within families, or extended exposure to loud noises. But the connection between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as widely known. Let us elaborate. How does diabetes raise your risk of hearing loss? The prevalence of […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everybody appreciates a quick easy fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the suitable plumbing tutorial, buy the suggested tools, and go to work! A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it […]
Hearing loss is a widespread challenge for older individuals, but does it warrant quitting driving? Driving habits vary amongst different individuals so the response isn’t clear-cut. While hearing loss is a component to consider when operating a vehicle, a competent driver remains proficient even if they have to lower the radio volume. For individuals who […]
It’s an awesome and incredible experience, having a baby. But when it comes to how it can make you feel, it can be rather uncomfortable, at least in some cases. There’s the morning sickness, the difference in your body, the health hazards, and all sorts of weird side effects. None of this detracts from the […]
The only one thing that you asked for was for the garbage to be taken out. But, unfortunately, it never was accomplished. “I Didn’t hear you”, they say. Why are you not surprised that your partner failed to hear the one thing they needed done? This “selective hearing” is a normal indication that communication is […]
Let’s face it, there’s no getting away from aging, and with it often comes hearing loss. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still getting older. But you may not know that several treatable health conditions have also been related to hearing loss. Let’s take a look at a few examples that […]
Have you ever misplaced your earbuds? (Or, perhaps, unintentionally left them in the pocket of a pullover that went through the washer and dryer?) Now it’s so boring going for a walk in the morning. You have a dull and dreary train ride to work. And your virtual meetings are suffering from poor audio quality. […]