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Books-on-tape was what we used to call them, once upon a time. Naturally, that was long before CDs, not to mention digital streaming. These days, people call them audiobooks (which, to be honest, is a much better name). With an audiobook, you will listen to the book being read by a narrator. It’s kind of
Do you recollect the old tale about Johnny Appleseed? When you were younger you likely heard the story of how Johnny Appleseed traveled around bringing fresh apples to communities (the moral of the story is that apples are good for you, and you should eat them). Actually, that isn’t the entire truth. The real Johnny
Have you ever been in the middle of the road and your car breaks down? That really stinks! You have to pull your car safely to the side of the road. And then, for whatever reason, you probably open your hood and have a look at your engine. Humorously, you still do this despite the
There are three kinds of individuals out there: those who are really interested and fascinated by history, those whose eyes gloss over and they begin to fall asleep when history is mentioned, and people who think that aliens are responsible for history. The history of hearing aids is not full of aliens (sorry not sorry).
As we get older, we all know that hearing loss and particular mental health concerns can get worse in spite of a healthy, active lifestyle. And a strong link between the two has been recognized by scientists which should never be ignored. So keep that hearing aid turned on. Individuals with untreated hearing loss are
Have you ever had an itch that you just couldn’t reach? Okay, there are two ways to consider it: The first thing you may think of is that bucket list item you just never seem to get to. Or, if you’re a bit less of a romantic, you consider that spot on your back that
Musicians rock. Their performances bring us so much happiness. But music is a lot more powerful when it’s loud, and that can be a hearing hazard. Since musicians expose themselves to loud music frequently, their hearing is at an increased risk of being damaged. As you grow older, you’ll still want to be capable of
Self-diagnosing hearing loss is virtually impossible. As an example, you can’t really assess your level of hearing by merely putting your ear near a speaker. So getting your hearing tested will be vital in understanding what’s happening with your hearing. But there’s no need to worry or stress because a hearing test is about as
Most individuals don’t want to discuss the effect hearing loss has on relationships, even though it’s an issue many people deal with. Both partners can feel aggravated by the misunderstandings that are caused by hearing loss. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner isn’t it the perfect opportunity to express your love and appreciation for
Have you ever seen a t-shirt advertised as “one size fits all” but when you went to put it on, you were disheartened to find that it didn’t fit at all? That’s truly annoying. The truth is that there’s virtually nothing in the world that is truly a “one size fits all”. That’s not only
Feel like you might be forgetting something crucial? You’re not imagining it. Remembering day-to-day things is getting harder and harder. Loss of memory seems to develop fairly quickly once it’s detected. The more you are aware of it, the more debilitating it becomes. Did you know memory loss is connected to hearing loss? And no,
It’s essential to educate yourself about hearing loss, particularly if you or somebody you know is dealing with it. When you have accurate information, you can steer clear of making bad decisions and will be better able to cope with your condition. When you’re coping with hearing loss, dismiss the following myths. Having mild hearing
