Nashlea Brogan AuD

Nashlea Brogan AuD Audiologist • Practice Owner • Speaker
Living with hearing loss & helping others understand it science + real life + truth

My promise to Santa this December 🎅🦻✨If you wear hearing aids and you are heading into holiday dinners, concerts, church...
12/03/2025

My promise to Santa this December 🎅🦻✨

If you wear hearing aids and you are heading into holiday dinners, concerts, church, travel, or a house full of people you love, this one is for you.

1) I promise I will clean them before I go out

Fuzzy sound is not invited to the party. A quick wipe and brush takes 30 seconds and keeps things clear for the big moments.

If you use wax guards, I promise I will check them too. If they look clogged or sound feels dull, I will change them before the night starts.

2) I promise I will not risk a low battery moment

Nothing ruins a family story like the beep mid laugh.

If you use disposables, I promise you will find spares in my pocket or bag. If you recharge, I promise I will top up before I leave and bring my charger if I am staying over.

3) I promise December is my reset for daily wear

If you have been skipping days, this is your nudge. Start now. Even on quiet days.
Your brain stays tuned when you keep the routine, and the more consistent you are, the easier the noisy days feel.

Bonus promise to myself:

If my hearing aids act up this month, I promise I will not white knuckle it. I will get help early so I can be fully in the good stuff.

Here is to hearing every laugh, toast, and “remember when” this season ❤️🎄

December has arrived. For so many of us, it’s the busiest, craziest, nonstop month of the year, from day one right throu...
12/01/2025

December has arrived. For so many of us, it’s the busiest, craziest, nonstop month of the year, from day one right through to after New Year’s.

Holiday parties, work gatherings, kids concerts and plays, shopping days, family dinners, and those loud living rooms where a few conversations happen at once. For many people, listening in that noise takes real effort. They may not say anything, they just get quieter or step back.

So a gentle reminder this season. Slow down a touch. Face the person you are talking to. Keep one voice at a time when you can. Make space for a repeat without making it a big deal.

Happy December 🎄

P.S. yes, I tried to make this read like a Christmas tree. Close enough 😉

Happy December 1st 🎄As we head into this busy festive month full of holiday parties, shopping trips, markets, kids plays...
12/01/2025

Happy December 1st 🎄

As we head into this busy festive month full of holiday parties, shopping trips, markets, kids plays and concerts, school events, shows, fairs, family dinners, and travel days, I want to put one gentle thing on your radar.

December gets loud. Rooms fill up. Background noise rises. Conversations overlap. For a lot of people, that means listening takes real effort all month long. They might not say anything. They just work harder to keep up, smile through the gaps, or go quiet because it is tiring to follow.

This season, let’s look out for each other in the small ways that matter. Slow down a touch. Face the person you are speaking to. Give space for one voice at a time. Notice who is drifting to the edge and bring them back in.

Those little choices can change how someone experiences the whole moment.

Here’s to a December where everyone feels included and connected.

11/29/2025

Tinnitus awareness week

11/28/2025

Chicago Tinnitus Summit

11/27/2025

I never thought I’d start losing my hearing so young. By my 30s, I was almost completely deaf. No one prepares you for that.

Hearing loss isn’t just about sound. It’s about disconnection.
The missed jokes. The conversations you can’t keep up with. The quiet isolation that creeps in — even when you’re surrounded by people.

That’s why I stood on the TEDx stage to share what most people don’t realize:
How hearing loss could be impacting your relationships.

👉 Search on TEDx “How hearing loss could be impacting your relationships ” if this hits home.
👉 And tag someone who might need to hear it too.
❤️ Drop a comment if you’ve ever carried something invisible.

I’m gonna say something that might irritate a few people in audiology.If you lead with the audiogram, you’re already beh...
11/27/2025

I’m gonna say something that might irritate a few people in audiology.

If you lead with the audiogram, you’re already behind.

Not because thresholds don’t matter —
but because they’re not the full picture your patient is carrying.

Hearing loss rarely shows up alone.

Our patients walk in with comorbidities that shape outcomes whether we name them or not: cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neuropathy, medications, and cognitive concern.

These aren’t “extra” findings.
They’re part of the assessment.
And they’re influencing treatment outcomes — every day.

But these factors only help patients if we can identify them and explain why they matter, clearly, right from visit one.

How to connect hearing loss to vascular health without sounding dramatic.
How to explain risk without shaming.
How to raise the whole-patient conversation in a way that feels safe, simple, and actionable.

Because patients don’t move forward just because they saw a test result.

They move forward when they understand what it means for their health —
and feel guided through what to do next.

That’s the gap Dr. Keith Darrow, PhD, CCC-A and I are tackling in our Zoom webinar:

Comorbidities of Hearing Loss:
Your Patient’s Risk Factors
📅 Dec 10th | 2pm EST

Link in the comments 👇

11/26/2025

Through the Ears, We Connect Hearts 💙👂

Did you know that the ears are not only the gateway to sound but also a fascinating window into the health of our hearts? It's true! Our auditory system and cardiovascular system are interconnected in surprising ways.

Studies have shown a link between heart disease and hearing loss, highlighting the importance of maintaining a healthy heart for optimal hearing. When blood vessels become narrowed or damaged due to conditions like atherosclerosis (plaque buildup), it can disrupt the blood flow to various parts of our body, including the delicate structures within our ears.

Reduced blood flow can impair the functioning of the tiny hair cells in the cochlea, which are crucial for detecting and transmitting sound signals to our brain.Changes in blood flow patterns can also affect the sensitive mechanisms responsible for maintaining the delicate balance within our ears.

Conditions like high blood pressure or abnormal heart rhythms can disrupt the precise regulation of fluids in the inner ear, leading to symptoms such as dizziness or vertigo.A heart-healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, stress management, and avoiding smoking, can contribute to improved cardiovascular well-being and potentially reduce the risk of hearing-related issues.

Remember, our ears are more than just sensory organs; they can provide valuable clues about our overall health. So, let's prioritize both our heart and our hearing, and appreciate the intricate connection between the two. ❤️👂 Together, we can ensure a harmonious symphony of good health for our hearts and ears!

Most people don’t wake up one day and say “I have hearing loss.”It’s usually a moment where someone else points out what...
11/26/2025

Most people don’t wake up one day and say “I have hearing loss.”

It’s usually a moment where someone else points out what you missed.

What was yours?
👇

11/26/2025

The part of hearing loss nobody talks about.

Here’s something we don’t say out loud enough:
what’s hard about hearing loss isn’t just the hearing… it’s the quiet shame that can creep in when you realize what you’ve been missing.

Then the overthinking kicks in:
“Why can’t I hear what they hear?”
“Why is this happening to me?”
It can feel unfair. And it can feel really lonely.

But if that’s you — you’re not alone. Not even close.
There are groups, there’s support, and there are so many of us living this too.

Take care of your hearing.
Book a proper hearing assessment.
Treat what needs treating — with someone who’s in this with you long-term, not quick fixes.
And find your people, online or in real life.

There are millions of us out here. I’m one of them. 🤍
If this hit home, drop a 💛 or share it with someone who needs it.

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11/25/2025

Daily auditory training such as listening to podcasts, audiobooks, and music while wearing hearing devices can help improve your ability to attend to and process speech. Why not try?

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