Hearing Loss

When it comes to buying gifts for a spouse, parent, or other family member, the first thing you think of may not be something they can use for their hearing loss. But, there are fun and useful gifts for people with hearing loss that you should consider. 1. Over-the-counter hearing aid This may not be […]

I made a mistake recently. A big mistake. I forgot hearing protection while shooting a rifle. To be specific, I took one shot outdoors with a .223 round without any hearing protection in. The next thing I knew everything around me was silent and then a few seconds later my left ear started ringing. Luckily, […]

We’ve all had that moment where we jolt awake only to realize that we’ve overslept. The day can be hard to recover after such a rude awakening. Unfortunately, this can be a regular occurrence for those that are hard of hearing or deaf. Fortunately, mornings can be salvaged with the right alarm clock. The Shortcomings […]

If you suffer from moderate to severe hearing loss, a pet dog can become a vital part of your life. That’s the case for John from the UK, who received his dog from an organization named Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Before receiving his dog, John felt “trapped by deafness.” It wasn’t until his dog […]

Do you struggle to understand the voices around you? Or have you suddenly lost hearing in one ear? Gradual or sudden changes in your hearing can be a source of worry. This article will answer your questions on whether your hearing loss is temporary or permanent and when you should see a doctor. What Causes […]

The feeling of clogged ears, also called aural fullness, can occur for a variety of reasons. Sometimes aural fullness can be temporary and resolve on its own while other causes of aural fullness may require medical treatment.  Here is an overview of the possible causes of clogged ears. Impacted Earwax Earwax, also called cerumen, is […]