Sometimes, elderly people can be very stubborn (well, younger people can too ;). But it’s easy to understand why the elderly are often perceived as being more stubborn. After all, it can be hard to admit to yourself and others that your body isn’t functioning as it used to. Or they way you want it…
A sinus infection is a pretty common medical condition. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, it is a common disorder affecting 31 million people in the United States yearly. Sinuses are small air pockets that can be found behind your brow, nose, cheeks, and in the space between your eyes. Mucus…
Hearing loss is a condition that many of us may experience as we age. This can be due to activity that exposes you to loud, sustained noise or an episode that damages your ears. Although there is no cure for permanent hearing loss, there are treatments such as hearing aids. For those who have mild…
Do you hear ringing in your ears? If so, it could be tinnitus. The symptoms of tinnitus are usually a constant or intermittent buzzing, hissing, or ringing sound in the ears. This never-ending sound can feel impossible to escape. It can be maddening for those with severe cases. Tinnitus has the potential to make day-to-day…
Most people love to go to concerts. As humans, we are incredibly connected to sound and rhythm. Which makes one of the greatest pleasures in life being surrounded by live musicians and music. We love to watch them live in front of our eyes and create the best moments. We want to hear their music…
Hearing loss is a challenging condition to both live and deal with on a daily basis. According to the World Health Organization, generally known as the WHO, more than 5 percent of the global population, or 430 million people, require rehab to treat a disabling hearing impairment. Debilitating hearing loss is that which is greater…
The term “disabling hearing loss” refers to hearing loss that exceeds 35 decibels. To date, approximately 2% of adults aged 45 to 54 have disabling hearing loss. For adults aged 55 to 64, the rate increases to 8.5 percent. Nearly 25% of those aged 65 to 74 and 50% of those aged 75 and older…
If you are having trouble hearing, you may wonder, “Can I Restore Hearing Loss Naturally?” Hearing loss is a condition that most people will experience with age (if not due to an acute hearing loss event). As people grow older, they experience changes in the inner ear and auditory nerve that make hearing more difficult. …
Listening to music through headphones is one of the most universally favorite experiences. It has the ability to transport you to a whole new world. It is also a great way to enjoy alone time. However, is there a downside to this popular way to listen to music, podcasts and more? Specifically, many have concerns…
Many of us use Q-Tips or cotton swabs in our daily routines. They are often considered a part of personal hygiene. And one of the ways people commonly use them is to remove excess ear wax. Yet, as gross as ear wax may be, it is actually really beneficial for our health and keeping our…