Professional Hearing Services, Inc.

12/12/2025

Happy National Poinsettia Day! Our lovely landlord sent us this huge poinsettia 🌺 ! Stop in to say hi and see it… and stay warm this weekend !

12/12/2025

Yet another study… people with mild/early hearing loss might be unaware of the decline. See an Audiologist who follows 100% Best Practices! 🧠 👂

🧠 Your ears may be one of the earliest windows into your brain’s future.

Even slight age-related hearing loss in midlife appears to signal a substantially higher risk of later dementia, as shown in a large Framingham Heart Study analysis of 2,178 adults followed for up to 15 years. Participants with at least mild hearing loss were 71% more likely to develop dementia than peers with normal hearing, and even those with “slight” loss showed more white matter damage on MRI and smaller overall brain volume, key structural markers linked to neurodegeneration.

Cognitive testing revealed a particular decline in executive functions such as planning and attention, rather than memory alone, suggesting that hearing loss may sap higher-order processing over time.​

The risk was especially pronounced in people carrying the APOE4 gene variant, a genetic factor already known to raise Alzheimer’s susceptibility, where hearing loss more than amplified dementia vulnerability.

Crucially, individuals with hearing loss who used hearing aids showed a lower risk of developing dementia, hinting that restoring auditory input might lessen cognitive load, preserve social engagement, and slow downstream brain changes. Because many adults are unaware of mild impairment, the study underscores the need to integrate routine hearing assessments into midlife primary care as a practical, modifiable lever for brain health.​

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📄 RESEARCH PAPER

📌 Justin S. Golub et al., “Hearing Loss, Brain Structure, Cognition, and Dementia Risk in the Framingham Heart Study,” JAMA Network Open (2025)

12/10/2025

Congratulations! If you have not been yet, it’s nice and wintry so enjoy a warm drink, food and ALL of the activities Carmel Christkindlmarkt !

🔥 WE DID IT AGAIN! We won BEST HOLIDAY MARKET in the US! 🏆

🎉 Carmel Christkindlmarkt won the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Best Holiday Market! 🎉

We’ve proudly held this title in 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023, and placed 3rd in 2024… 2025 marks our triumphant return to the top.

THANK YOU to everyone who voted, and an extra-big shoutout to our amazing staff who work ALL year long to make our Market the very best. We couldn’t do this without you! ❤️🎄

See the list of winners here: https://loom.ly/gLZQf2w

12/10/2025

Did you know that one of the largest hearing device manufacturers in the world 🌎 has its Global Distribution Center right hear in Plainfield, near IND ✈️ ? Our PHS audiology team was invited for a tour and advanced training on their cutting edge Starkey OmegaAI technology.

12/10/2025

We each had a turn at “picking” an order! These bots are amazing!

12/09/2025

🎄 Struggling to follow conversations at holiday gatherings? You’re not alone. Millions of adults experience hearing challenges, especially in noisy settings.

Simple strategies (like letting others know how you hear best) can make conversations easier and more enjoyable. We can help you find personalized solutions to stay connected this season.

💬 Talk to us about strategies and hearing care today!

12/08/2025

Are misconceptions keeping you from seeking help for hearing loss? We understand your concerns and are here to debunk the most common mistruths about hearing aids.

Don't let fear or misinformation stop you from taking charge of your hearing health. We're here to guide you, answer your questions, and ensure you have all the knowledge you need to make informed decisions. 🌟💡
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12/07/2025

Who are you rooting for? Most of your Professional Hearing Services, Inc.team holds Indiana University degrees! Dr. Patterson and family are going to the games 🏀 🏈 ❤️! We are so proud of our city for hosting!

12/06/2025

Keep on cheering, Dr. Grant!

Dr. Phyllis Grant, one of the first women to graduate from the IU School of Medicine, has weathered decades of losing seasons from her home near Lincoln Avenue and South Main Street in New Castle. Now, under coach Curt Cignetti, she's witnessing the team's historic turnaround.

12/06/2025

Game day! Professional Hearing Services, Inc. is so proud of our Hoosiers! 🏈❤️🔥

Secretary of State Diego Morales, an IU alumnus, has placed a friendly wager with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose.

🔴 If IU wins: he’ll send us Buckeyes
⚪️ If Ohio wins: I’ll send him famous Indiana popcorn

Looking forward to trying those buckeyes.
LET’S GO HOOSIERS!

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12/05/2025

You too??? Time to see an Audiologist!
Call the eXperts Professional Hearing Services, Inc. 317-844-8127. We’ll get you rocking again in no time

12/04/2025

Due to the cold Carmel Christkindlmarkt is closed today. Perfect day to call 📞 Professional Hearing Services, Inc. and schedule an appointment with an Audiologist! You know it’s time. ⏰ 👂