Summer is finally here, and boy, are we excited. June is recognized as the beginning of summer but also Men’s Health Month. We are as excited as ever to be participating. We figured since everyone is going to be getting out more and spending some much-needed time...
As I am sure we are all aware by now, life does not stop simply because we are experiencing this global pandemic. We still need to go grocery shopping, send and receive mail, pay bills, and in many cases, make appointments with our physicians. As North Carolina’s most...
As the month of May quickly passes, it’s worth reminding ourselves that this month is officially Better Hearing Month. We love participating in this event to raise awareness throughout North Carolina about all things that have to do with healthy hearing practices....
We are aware of common health issues such as heart disease and cancer. Each day, researchers are working on reducing the impact these conditions have on the American population. They are also working on the third most common health problem that most people neglect,...
YES! Having your hearing tested regularly can significantly reduce the chances of causing any long-term effects. Not getting tested is the main factor for damaged hearing across all of North Carolina. With the rise of electronic usage, our hearing is more at risk than...
Over the past year, we’ve seen many changes in our daily lives. While we are coming out the worst of it, we will no doubt be living with the aftermath of COVID-19 for the foreseeable future, meaning face masks and face coverings are here to stay. As someone who has...
Is your hearing aid making an unusual whistling sound or producing feedback? Then it could be a sign of an issue with your device. As a hearing aid wearer, you understand the importance of regular maintenance and check-ups with your audiologist. Not only does it keep...
As COVID-19 continues to circulate, face masks are becoming mandatory in more and more locations. Face masks do a lot to slow the spread of the disease, but they have an unfortunate impact on the hearing loss community. With everyone wearing them, there is a risk that...
Every day we encounter so many sounds from children crying or laughing, birds chirping, construction work, songs on the radio, dogs barking, etc. This is one of the beauties of life; you can hear what's around you and learn from your surroundings. However, not...
When was the last time you had a hearing test? If your answer is "I don't even remember," you aren't alone. Most adults, even older adults at higher risk, don't get their hearing checked recently. Only about 20 percent of those aged 70 and older who could benefit from...