Audiology Associates

06/26/2018

I would like to keep as much of my hearing as possible. Do I still have to wear hearing protection?

Hearing aids with earmolds can offer a small degree of protection as the earmold can also be used in a similar way to an earplug. Your experience and what you choose to do will depend on the level of your hearing loss and if you wear hearing aids or not. The main message is always to remember to pro...

06/18/2018

Have you ever thought about noise levels when out and about? Or have you ever had to leave somewhere because it was too loud?

That’s why the Decibel Squad was set up! Action on Hearing Loss, a British Charity campaigning for various causes including their recent campaign, forming an online community; Decibel Squad.

06/13/2018

Noise-induced hearing loss affects about 15 percent of Americans.

Some people may get noise-induced hearing loss from one very loud noise, such as an explosion, and others from prolonged exposure to loud noise over time.

06/08/2018

Prolonged exposure to overly loud noise or brief exposure to an extremely loud noise may damage the inner ear, resulting in hearing loss – and the loss may be permanent.

In today’s modern world, noise seems to be everywhere, from washing machines to fireworks, and motorbikes to airplanes. But what happens when sounds are too loud or if we are exposed to them for too long?

05/31/2018

The World Health Assembly vowed to ‘intensify action to prevent deafness and hearing loss," by pushing government to impose safety and accessibility measures.

To reduce the prevalence of hearing loss from preventable causes, some specific measures must be put in place, they agreed. Especially in low- and middle-income countries.

05/29/2018

Here's a Better Hearing & Speech Month healthy hearing tip: “Relationships are built around successful communication. Does someone in your family have hearing loss? Get your family member’s attention before you start speaking with him or her. Also, make sure he/she can see your face when you are communicating to make understanding easier.” —Lori Rakita, Au.D., Phonak Senior Manager of Clinical Research

05/25/2018

Here’s a Better Hearing & Speech Month healthy hearing tip. “Hearing loss can have a pervasive impact on your communication, quality of life and overall wellness. Almost 50 million Americans have hearing loss that can be treated. Ensure that you have healthy hearing by having it tested every 1-3 years.” —Christine Jones, Au.D., Phonak Vice President of Audiologist

05/23/2018

How common are noise induced hearing loss in adults?

If you live in the US and are aged between 20 and 69, and struggle to understand speech in noisy environments, such as bars, cafés and restaurants, then it’s possible that you are one of the 25 percent of US citizens affected by noise-induced hearing loss.

05/21/2018

Here’s a Better Hearing & Speech Month healthy hearing tip. “Summertime fun can get loud: sporting events, concerts, fireworks, etc. Ear defenders are available in adult and pediatric sizes, and they are an easy and affordable way to protect your family’s hearing.” —Elizabeth Stewart, Au.D., Ph.D., Phonak Research Audiologist

05/18/2018

Here’s a Better Hearing & Speech Month healthy hearing tip. “Bring earplugs to the movie theater! While Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires hearing protection in work environments of 85 dBA (about the level of a vacuum or lawn mower), there are no such regulations for movie theaters. Some movies can measure well above 85 dBA. Being exposed to those higher levels — even just for a couple of hours — could potentially impact hearing.” —Lisa Standaert, Au.D., Phonak Research Audiologist

05/15/2018

May is Better Hearing & Speech Month. Here's a healthy hearing tip: “If you can’t hear the world around you when you’re listening to earbuds/music, you may be listening too loud” — Nicole Klutz, Au.D., Phonak Audiology Manager