What Happens at a Follow-Up Audiology Appointment?
Follow-up appointments are just as important as your initial hearing aid fitting. Let’s look at what to expect as well as things you can do to get the most out of your appointment. Why Do I Need a Follow-Up Hearing Aid Appointment? The National Institutes of Health recommend a follow-up appointment 6 to 12 weeks…
Local Northwestern Mutual Financial Advisor Awarded $30,000 Grant to Benefit Heuser Hearing & Language Academy
Funding from company’s annual Community Service Awards program will support children affected by hearing, speech and language challenges LOUISVILLE, Ky. – May 18, 2022 – Each year, Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, recognizes the leadership of its financial advisors who make a difference in their own communities through exemplary volunteerism. As part of…
Researcher Recognized for VR Project Work With Heuser Hearing
Matthew Neal, a University of Louisville researcher at the School of Medicine, has been recently honored for his work and partnership with Heuser Hearing Institute on virtual reality (VR) software for listening with hearing aids in realistic environments. Read the news release here.
How to Deal with the Emotional Weight of Tinnitus
Do you suffer from hearing a phantom ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or humming sound, known as tinnitus? If so, you’re not alone – an estimated 50 million Americans suffer from this condition. Tinnitus can range in severity from a mild nuisance to a debilitating experience. In fact, for some, it can even cause thoughts…
Heuser Board Member Secures $30,000 Grant
Ralph Barringer, Heuser Hearing Institute Board of Directors vice president, received a $30,000 grant from Northwestern Mutual on behalf of Heuser Hearing Institute for his leadership in community volunteerism. Read the news release here.
4 Reasons to Bring Someone with You to Your Hearing Appointment
If you’re planning on scheduling an appointment to get your hearing checked out, first off congratulations on taking control of your hearing health! Secondly, we encourage you to bring a partner or other loved one to your appointment to help support you on your journey. Your Hearing Loss Affects Your Loved Ones While you may…
Thank you for supporting 2022 Butterflies in Motion!
This year’s Butterflies in Motion luncheon helped us raise more than ever toward education programs for children at Heuser Hearing & Language Academy. Thanks to your generosity, over $350,000 was raised during the in-person event at the Brown Hotel and from online donors. We couldn’t have done it without you. Congratulations to the 2022 Spirit…
How Are Animals Helping Scientists Improve Hearing Aids?
Researchers are constantly looking for ways to improve hearing technology. One surprising avenue that may offer insight is to study the way insects locate sounds. Hearing Aid Difficulties and Background Noise Hearing aids make it easier for you to process speech and sound in any environment. However, users can still struggle to understand speech in…
How Hearing Loss Can Isolate You & Make You Feel Lonely
After more than two years of staying home due to the global pandemic, most understand the toll loneliness and isolation can have on their mental health. For those with hearing loss, the impact may be even greater. Impact of Loneliness & Social Isolation According to a 2021 study, about 36% of Americans reported experiencing serious…
Tips for Traveling with Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, buzzing, humming, hissing or whistling sound in your ears with no external source. When tinnitus flares up or becomes more intense, it is known as a tinnitus spike. It’s common to experience tinnitus spikes while traveling. There are many contributing factors to this, including stress, lack of sleep, barotrauma…
What to Know About Hearing Aid Repairs and How to Avoid Them
Hearing aids are an investment in your continuing quality of life. They keep you connected to those around you and give you confidence in your hearing ability as you move throughout your day. Because hearing aids play such a big role in your day-to-day life, you want to make sure they stay performing at their…
How to Maintain Hearing Health with Diabetes
Diabetes is a serious condition that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar. Untreated or poorly managed diabetes can lead to many other health complications, including heart problems, kidney failure, nerve damage, vision problems and stroke. Thankfully, there are many treatments and lifestyle changes that people can make to help manage their diabetes and…
Myth vs. Reality: Hearing Loss, OTC Hearing Aids & You
On Oct. 19, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a landmark proposal intended to improve access to and reduce the cost of hearing aid technology for millions of Americans. The agency proposed a rule to establish a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. When finalized, the rule would allow hearing aids…
How Hearing Aids Can Help You Better Understand Sound
Though they are similar, hearing a sound and understanding it are not the same thing. Imagine you are out to dinner at a busy restaurant. Maybe you have friends visiting from out of town and decide to take them to Jack Fry’s. It’s packed inside and there is live jazz music playing in the background….
Courier Journal Recognizes Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy on their “2021 Best of the Best” Awards
Louisville, Ky. (Sept. 27, 2021) – Both Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy were recognized in The Courier Journal’s 2021 “Kentuckiana’s Best of the Best” lists. Community members vote on these lists to honor businesses, organizations, and people throughout the state of Kentucky. The “Kentuckiana’s Best of the Best” program recognized winners…
Why Do Loud Sounds Startle People With Hearing Loss?
Just because a person suffers from hearing loss does not mean they lose the ability to startle at loud noises. In fact, in many cases, loud noises can be perceived as more startling and uncomfortable. If you suffer from hearing loss you may have noticed this phenomenon, referred to as recruitment, or in some cases…
Keep Life in Balance With Better Hearing
Feeling dizzy, imbalanced or confused? These are all are hallmark signs of a vestibular problem—a complex inner ear and brain system that controls your sense of balance. It’s easy to take our sense of balance for granted, at the pace at which most of us move about the world. Though when it’s compromised, you’ll know…
Teaching Children About Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
The information you pass along to children when they are young is what shapes their actions as adults. Teaching them how to safely cross the street, tie their shoes and treat their classmates are lessons they will carry forever. Hearing experts suggest adding healthy hearing habits to this list. What Is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? For…
Can Listening to Music Improve Your Well-Being?
Music plays a large role in society by helping to celebrate important events, bringing people together and increasing overall well-being. Unfortunately, those with untreated hearing loss do not get to experience these positive effects. Hearing aids can help. Why Hearing Music Is Important As one expert explains, music is “sound that conveys emotion.” This unique…
Congratulations 2021 HHLA Graduates!
Congratulations to all the children, their families and the teachers for making it through a challenging and unconventional school year. In addition, a special congrats goes to the three students who celebrated graduation on May 25, 2021 and will be moving on to their neighborhood schools!
Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss
The most common causes of hearing loss are exposure to noise and aging. While there is nothing to be done about getting older, there are some steps you can take to help lower your risk of developing hearing loss. Below is a look at six lifestyle changes you can make that may help you prevent hearing…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss & Speech Comprehension
Speech comprehension refers to the ability to take in speech signals, understand the meaning behind them and store them as information. Speech comprehension is an especially important skill for children, as their brains are rapidly developing and learning new information. Below we review how hearing loss can affect speech comprehension, the importance of early intervention…
New Report Estimates 2.5 Billion People Will Soon Have Hearing Loss
Usually, we talk about hearing loss numbers in terms of American adults. But a newly published report by the World Health Organization confirms that hearing loss is a global issue. World Report on Hearing The World Health Organization estimates that by the year 2050, 2.5 billion people across the globe will have some degree of…
Why Have Your Hearing Aids Stopped Working?
Hearing aids are complex electronic devices. While they are built to provide years of amplification, they will not last forever. Below is a list of the top three reasons why your hearing aids may not be working. Your Hearing Aids Are Not Well Taken Care Of Hearing aids spend all day in your ears –…
Heuser Hearing Institute Announces Hearing Health Educational Seminars – March 15 & 16, 2021
Heuser Hearing Institute is pleased to offer the Kentuckiana community two educational seminars this March, providing tips on how effective hearing can benefit your overall wellbeing, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 2nd, 2021) – Heuser Hearing Institute, a Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology, is excited to announce their…
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…
Heuser Hearing Institute Clinical Director, Dr. Ingrid Edwards Chosen as 2021 Health Care Hero
This award presented by Louisville Business First recognizes outstanding health care professionals LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 22nd, 2021) – Heuser Hearing Institute, a Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology is proud to announce that Dr. Ingrid Edwards has been chosen as a 2021 Health Care Hero from Louisville Business First. These annual awards recognize professionals who…
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…
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Earns a “Give with Confidence” 100/100 Rating
From Charity Navigator LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 10, 2021) – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency have earned a 100/100 rating from Charity Navigator’s Encompass Rating System. This score designates Heuser Hearing & Language Academy as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating…
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…
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Teacher, Katie Fromholt Achieves National Board Certification
After being named JCPS Exceptional Child Education teacher of the year in 2018 Katie Fromholt began her path toward this top level certification. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Jan 18, 2021 – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is proud to announce that Katie (Massey) Fromholt has achieved National Board Certification in Exceptional Needs Specialist: Early Childhood through…
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…
Heuser Hearing Institute to Provide Christmas Gifts
Heuser Hearing Institute to Provide Christmas Gifts and Grocery Gift Cards to 50 Familie Including Pediatric Patients, Staff, and Deaf/Hard of Hearing Students. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Dec. 15, 2020 – Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology, Heuser Hearing Institute (HHI) to provide holiday gifts and grocery gift cards to their patients and students in need….
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…
How to Help Children with Hearing Loss Succeed at Distance Learning
As the global pandemic continues, we are all figuring out how to adapt to this new normal. While many schools across Kentucky hoped to open back up at the start of the year, more are opting to utilize distant learning to help keep our children safe. This change is challenging for all children, and especially…
Hearing and Vision Loss Linked with Increased Risk of Dementia
Past research has found that vision impairment and untreated hearing loss are associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. New research sought to dive further into these connections, exploring the effects of combined vision and hearing problems – referred to as dual sensory impairment (DSI). About the Study The study, called “Dual sensory impairment…
How to Wear a Mask with Hearing Aids
Communication is challenging enough for the millions of Americans with hearing loss, even under the best of circumstances. The global coronavirus pandemic has created additional unexpected obstacles. If you wear behind-the-ear (BTE) style hearing aids, you may have difficulty wearing a protective mask around your ears. In fact, in doing so you run the risk…
COVID Relief Bill Benefits
In March, the COVID Relief Bill was passed, helping millions of people across the country during this troubling time. This bill includes several changes regarding charitable giving. Below are three ways the bill can help you and support kids and adults with hearing loss at the same time. Suspends Required Minimum Distributions If you…
Children Who Receive Hearing Loss Treatment Early Have Better Language Skills
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), roughly three out of every 1,000 babies in the U.S. is born with hearing loss, and about 90 percent of these babies are born to hearing parents. Research shows that babies who receive early intervention for their hearing loss develop better language skills…
The Journal “Hearing Research” Publishes Research Conducted at the Heuser Hearing Institute, a Proud Louisville Company
New research can build to more understanding that will facilitate new treatment and noise protection strategies. Louisville, KY (June 17, 2020)- Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology, Heuser Hearing Institute (HHI) is thrilled to share that the HHI Research Center has published a study in the July 2020 issue of “Hearing Research”. The study finds…
Be An Advocate for Hearing Health
Heuser Hearing Institute is actively working to build relationships and educate our Kentucky legislators on how our mission impacts over 6,200 children and adults with hearing loss annually across the state. It’s important for advocates like you to let your legislators know how their decisions impact people who are deaf or hard of hearing. There…
Heuser Research Center Published in Hearing Research
The Heuser Hearing Institute Research Center published a study in the July 2020 issue of Hearing Research. The study finds that noise exposure may help explain why some people struggle to understand speech in loud environments even if they have normal hearing on an audiogram. This research was supported by a partnership between Heuser Hearing…
Surprising Factors that Can Affect Your Hearing
While age and noise exposure are two of the most commonly-known causes of hearing loss, there are many other factors at play. Below is a list of hearing loss causes that may surprise you. Blood Conditions Diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol affect nearly every cell in the body, including those in the ears….
Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Lockdowns, stay-at-home orders and social distancing make this a challenging time for all. For those with untreated hearing loss, who are at an even greater risk of developing mental health issues, raising awareness and developing a coping strategy is key. Social Isolation A report from the National Academies of Sciences,…
What Are Bone-Anchored Hearing Aids?
While many people with hearing loss are successfully treated with traditional hearing aids, for some, hearing aids aren’t enough. One alternative for such patients is a bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA). Below is a guide that explains what a BAHA is, how it works and who is an ideal candidate. What Is a Bone-Anchored Hearing Aid?…