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By: Kristen Weinbaum, Au.D. Most people recognize that neglecting diet and exercise can lead to poor cardiovascular health. However, fewer realize that heart health can also influence another vital sense: hearing. Growing research highlights a significant connection between cardiovascular wellness and auditory function. The link lies in the inner ear’s extraordinary sensitivity to blood flow.
AI (artificial intelligence) is in everything these days, including hearing aids! Here’s a look at how AI is changing hearing aids for the better, improving the user’s listening experience while also supporting their overall health and well-being. How AI Hearing Aids Work Using machine-learning algorithms, hearing aids with AI are constantly analyzing the sounds around
The start of a new year is a natural time to reflect, reset, and focus on personal well-being. Many resolutions center around fitness, nutrition, and stress management, but one important area of health often goes unnoticed: hearing. Hearing plays a vital role in how we communicate, stay engaged, and function day to day. Making hearing
Here comes the holiday season, along with all the fun of reconnecting with your family and friends at special get-togethers. But if you have hearing loss, participating in conversations at noisy events can pose a challenge—even when wearing your hearing aids. However, staying present in every special moment may be easier than you think. Follow
Recent research is shedding new light on a surprising connection between hearing loss and brain health. Scientists have discovered that treating hearing loss may do more than help people stay connected—it could also play a vital role in protecting the brain and slowing cognitive decline. For years, studies have shown a strong link between hearing
Thinking about getting a new cellphone? Before purchasing, make sure the model you want is compatible with your hearing aids. What Is a Hearing-Aid Compatible (HAC) Cellphone? On October 17, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission began requiring all cellphones sold in the U.S. to be hearing-aid compatible. To earn the HAC designation, the phone must
Chemotherapy can be a life-saving treatment for people with certain types of cancer. But like all treatments, it comes with side effects—and hearing loss is one of them. Experiencing hearing loss due to chemotherapy is more likely in patients who have chemotherapy with platinum-based drugs, such as cisplatin or carboplatin. Cisplatin therapy is used to
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to support those affected and highlight all aspects of recovery. One lesser-known struggle that some survivors face is listening fatigue: the mental exhaustion that comes from trying to follow conversations, especially in noisy environments. After breast cancer treatment, many people report feeling foggy, forgetful, or mentally drained—often called
What do hearing loss and lowered stress levels have in common? Reducing both can lead to healthier aging in the long run, including a decrease in cognitive decline. Studies show that higher stress throughout life can lead to a greater chance of cognitive decline in one’s later years. In honor of Healthy Aging Month this
With summer approaching and temperatures already rising across Central Florida, local audiologists are urging hearing aid users to take extra precautions to protect their devices from the season’s unique challenges. Dr. Kristen Weinbaum, audiologist at Precision Hearing in Clermont, says the combination of heat, humidity, and outdoor activities can lead to common—but avoidable—issues for hearing
If you’ve taken the first step toward better hearing by investing in hearing aids, you deserve to be congratulated. But satisfaction is not guaranteed by a simple purchase. To understand and communicate effectively, you must learn to be a good listener and to control your environment to help compensate for your hearing loss—even while wearing
Hearing loss often sneaks up gradually, making it easy to ignore or dismiss as a minor nuisance. However, leaving this condition unmanaged can have significant repercussions on mental, emotional, and even physical health. Beyond simple communication barriers, untreated hearing loss can influence everything from your personal relationships to overall wellness. Below is a closer look
