May is Better Hearing & Speech Month, an annual occasion designed to raise awareness of hearing loss and speech problems. Originally created in 1927 by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), in 1986 President Reagan issued a formal proclamation designating May as the official month to heighten public awareness about hearing loss and speech disorders. The…
Buying hearing devices isn’t like buying a flat screen TV. Hearing devices are not just electronic devices, but rather a rehabilitative treatment, requiring long-term commitment to their use. Understanding this fact, and that fit and follow-up are equally as important as the hearing device itself, will go a long way toward increasing your satisfaction with…
Tis the season…to talk to a loved one about their hearing loss The holiday season in California is always full of family dinners and holiday parties. After repeating yourself for what feels like the hundredth time, you may be tempted to walk out of the room, leaving grandpa sitting all by himself. Instead, this can…
October signifies a change in season. The air is crisp, the leaves are changing and thoughts of the holidays are on our minds as pumpkins begin appearing on doorways. One thing you might not be thinking about is your hearing, but audiologists want to change that. October is officially designated as Audiology Awareness Month. Audiology…
You’ve probably heard the phrase “you are what you eat.” While that may not be entirely true, the foods you consume can have a positive effect on your hearing. Studies indicate foods rich in certain nutrients can help boost your hearing. In some cases, they may even help prevent or delay hearing loss. Each of…
Tinnitus is an annoying sound in one or both ears that is frequently described as a ringing, buzzing, hissing, whooshing or clicking. It is extremely common, affecting about 20 percent of the population. For some people, it is a mild distraction, while others find it a great nuisance that interferes with their daily routine. Tinnitus…
There are countless studies out there about the dangers of untreated hearing loss. Here at Silicon Valley Hearing, we like to focus on the positive. Below are the benefits most patients experience when they finally decide to seek treatment for their hearing loss with the use of hearing aids. Improved General Health Patients who treat…
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), diabetes and hearing loss are two of America’s most widespread health concerns. According to a study funded by the NIH, hearing loss is more than twice as prevalent in patients with diabetes as in those without the disease. It is believed that over time high glucose levels can…
The Better Hearing Institute (BHI) is recommending that everyone engage in regular daily exercise for both their hearing and heart health in recognition of American Heart Month. Studies have shown that inadequate blood flow and trauma to the blood vessels of the inner ear can contribute to hearing loss. Conversely, a healthy cardiovascular system –…
