The term “hearing loss” is wide, varied and sometimes vague. Many people experience hearing loss, and not all hearing loss completely removes one’s ability to perceive sound. Adult hearing loss can result from inheritance, or, it may occur due to an illness. Loud noise, chemical exposure and simple aging all promote hearing loss, though understanding…
Monthly Archives:February 2015
Hearing loss is caused by a variety of factors. Some are blatant, and others are subtle. Aging, exposure to loud noises and other factors contribute to hearing loss, and even genetics may play an integral role in auditory degradation. If you’re wondering about your ear health, be sure to check for the following symptoms of…
About 20 percent of all American adults report some degree of hearing loss. That means there are approximately 48 million people who can no longer enjoy everyday sounds, including music, conversations with a friend, or the sound of a child’s voice. Sometimes the hearing loss is predictable, including cases where the individual had a severe…
To some listeners, the words to the National Anthem of Canada make no sense. They wonder why a Canadian lyricist would begin the patriotic song with the words, “Oh Canada, we stand on cars and freeze.” Sure, everyone knows it gets cold in Canada in the winter, but the country does have some some nice…
