A recent publication in Frontiers in Audiology and Otology reveals a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, which demonstrates the efficacy of a new smartphone app in reducing the distress...
Living with hearing loss can significantly impact your daily life, making you feel disconnected during conversations, strained at social gatherings, and challenged by activities like watching TV that once brought joy. This can lead to feelings of exhaustion, anxiety, and...
This article, which originates from KFF Health News, delves into the critical yet sometimes challenging world of hearing aids for the elderly. While these devices are indispensable for better communication and engagement, many older adults...
The eruption of Krakatoa on May 20, 1883, stands as a monumental event in natural history, particularly in the study of sound and its impact on hearing health. This Indonesian volcano's eruption was not only a powerful geological phenomenon but...
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Have you ever gotten a medical bill that was far more than you expected to pay, and you couldn’t even figure out what services it actually covered? This is an all too common occurrence in the medical field where complicated...
This article navigates through different types of tinnitus, offering insights into management strategies. It covers various treatments, counseling techniques, and future possibilities for effective tinnitus control.
Every May, we observe Better Hearing Month, an annual campaign organized by the audiology community with the aim of spreading awareness about the importance of hearing health. This month-long event emphasizes the...
What is tinnitus? Tinnitus (“TIN-a-tus” or “Tin-EYE-tus”) is the perception of sound in the ears or head where no external source of sound is present. Tinnitus is commonly described as “ringing in the ears.” Facts...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved over-the-counter hearing aids for consumers with mild to moderate hearing loss. While this might make hearing aids more accessible to millions...
