World Hearing Day 2021
‘World Hearing Day’ is held on 3rd March each year to raise awareness of how to prevent deafness and hearing loss (and to promote ear and hearing care across the world). Each year, the World Health Organisation (WHO) decides the theme. The theme for World Hearing Day in 2021 is “Hearing care for all!”. This year is also […]
Bernafon – Alpha
Hybrid Technology™ – because two are better than one Inspired by the best, Bernafon Alpha unifies two outstanding technologies in one hybrid hearing system. It augments both speech understanding and listening comfort for best sound without compromise. The easy-to-use rechargeable hearing aid with Bluetooth® streams sounds directly from many smartphones and other external devices. Click for […]
Hearing aids could delay dementia by five years, study suggests
Hearing aids may delay dementia onset in people with auditory problems Hearing aids can stave off dementia in hard of hearing patients for five years, a study has suggested. A third of over-50s who wore a hearing aid had not developed symptoms five years after they were diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), researchers found. […]
Better relationships through the Communication Partners tools
THU FEB 11, 2021 13:11 PM By Clint McLean February 14th is met with anxious anticipation by some, and trepidation by others. But regardless of how we feel about it, Valentine’s Day causes many people to think of love lost, found, and enduring. Communication plays a significant role in whether love thrives or dies. And people […]
Singer “Jessie J” diagnosed with Ménière’s disease
Published by Beth LeipholtzFebruary 5, 2021 Jessie J, a singer, songwriter and coach on the UK Television reality show “The Voice,” says she has been diagnosed with Meniere’s disease. The 32-year-old singer took to Instagram Live to share the news. According to Ménière’s Society, Meniere’s is a progressive condition that affects the inner ear. It results in balance and hearing […]
Wearing masks is making it harder on people who have difficulty hearing.
A recent survey by the Hearing Loss Association of America found that 95% of respondents with hearing loss say masks and facial coverings have created communication barriers since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Masks make it harder to communicate in multiple ways. It muffles sound, making it difficult to understand speech and some higher-pitched voices. Masks […]
Hearing is Thinking
Oticon BrainHearing™ When sound reaches the ear it is processed and a signal is sent to the brain. Two subsystemsworking together continuously and simultaneously Sound processing by the brain involves a constant interaction between the orient and focus subsystems. It is a continuous process that makes sure our present focus is always prioritized. While maintaining […]
Researchers discover link between hearing loss and dementia
Taking care of your hearing as you age is more vital than ever. Researchers have discovered a direct link between hearing loss and dementia. https://www.hearinglikeme.com/researchers-discover-link-between-hearing-loss-and-dementia/