Hearing Loss: Why it’s a Big Deal? Race and Socioeconomic Disparities in Healthcare
If the average person were asked to list the most common medical conditions plaguing Americans today, no one would be shocked to see heart disease, cancer or diabetes topping the list. However, most would be surprised to see hearing loss—affecting around 40 million Americans—take a top spot as one of the most prevalent chronic conditions…
Tips for Raising a Child with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is not a condition confined to adults; people of all ages can be affected by a hearing impairment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one to three of every 1,000 children have hearing loss. If your child is one of those, it is important to know how to empower…
What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Reposted From CDC.gov For more information, visit the CDC at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/expect/after.html. COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few…
Understanding Childhood Hearing Loss
A diagnosis of childhood hearing loss usually prompts a lot of questions and concerns from parents. While it’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed, rest assured that your child’s audiologist is there to support you every step of the way. To get you started, we’ve compiled an overview of information about childhood hearing loss. Is Childhood…
Ideas for Giving and Moving Forward in 2021
In response to the current situation, Congress has extended some of the COVID relief tax changes to 2021. The Coronavirus Stimulus 2.0 bill includes a one-year extension of the CARES Act’s provision increasing charitable deduction limits to 100% of AGI for contributions by individuals to qualifying charities. You’ll want to work on your 2021 charitable…
Is Hearing Loss Common for Service Members?
One of the most common causes of hearing loss is exposure to unsafe noise levels. When this occurs on a job, it is known as occupational hearing loss. There are many industries that expose employees to excessive noise, like construction, air traffic control and the military. Research has shown that members of the military are…
Take Advantage of Expiring Charitable Giving Tax Benefits This Year
In March, the CARES Act was passed, helping millions of people across the country during this troubling time. This bill includes several changes regarding charitable giving. There are some important CARES Act provisions that are scheduled to expire on December 31, 2020. These provisions may affect you – and even make it easier for you…
What Should You Know About Hearing Loss and Heart Disease?
Heart disease is responsible for 655,000 deaths in the U.S. each year, making it the leading cause of loss among both men and woman. Even with such a high prevalence, many don’t understand the true threat of the disease or how closely connected it is with other health conditions, especially hearing loss. Understanding Heart Disease…
How Tinnitus Can Affect Your Job
Your job is an important part of your social environment and sense of achievement. Unfortunately, a survey by Tinnitus Hub found that 38% of people with tinnitus report that the condition negatively affects their prospects at work. This has serious implications for both quality of life and economic potential. What the Survey Shows When asked…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
