Acute Hearing

04/30/2026

Ringing in your ears after loud sounds? That’s your hearing sending a warning.

What kinds of health effects can be caused by exposure to noise? Noise exposure can cause two kinds of health effects.

04/29/2026

Today is International Noise Awareness Day. Noise can harm your hearing sooner than you realize. See the stats and learn more.

04/27/2026

Noise doesn’t just affect hearing. It can disrupt sleep, raise stress and even impact your overall health. https://bit.ly/4bQkaGI

04/17/2026

Your hearing can take a hit before you even notice. Loud sounds damage tiny inner ear cells permanently. https://bit.ly/3O6lehM

04/14/2026

Hearing loss isn’t always permanent. Sometimes it’s earwax, sometimes it’s noise exposure, but it’s worth getting checked.

Konstantina Stankovic, professor of otolaryngology at the Stanford School of Medicine, answers audience questions about a condition that affects 1.5 billion people – nearly 20% of the world’s population.

04/08/2026

Think cotton swabs are the right way to clean your ears? Think again. Many common habits can do more harm than good. Learn the ear cleaning mistakes to avoid and what to do instead.

Earwax should be removed only if it causes problems with hearing, ringing in the ears, or an earache. To unblock the wax, people can use an over-the-counter ear-cleaning treatment to flush it out. ...

04/02/2026

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home. Check out these ear cleaning dos and don’ts for safe, simple care.

03/31/2026

Your brain and your hearing are connected. See what lifestyle and health factors can impact dementia risk.

When it comes to dementia, there are risk factors you can change, and risk factors you cannot. Learn about both types on this page, as well as unproven risks that need more evidence to be considered valid.

03/30/2026

It’s National Nutrition Month. Small bites with big benefits can help support your hearing.

03/24/2026

Every bite counts. See how the foods you eat may influence your hearing over time.

Studies are suggesting that the food you eat can affect your hearing and how simple changes to your diet can help.

03/12/2026

Noise is everywhere, and your hearing takes the hit. See why staying aware matters. https://bit.ly/4kRurq2

03/06/2026

Curious how healthy hearing affects your life beyond just conversations? Find out what you gain when your ears are at their best.

Good hearing results in positive health outcomes, increases social engagement, improves communication, and lowers the risk of depression. Learn how to protect yours today!