Sound not only helps us communicate and hear the world around us but it also helps to boost our mood. When we hear sounds we love, such as the soothing sound of a babbling creek, the wind in the trees, or our favorite song, it can help us to feel relaxed and joyful as our dopamine level elevates. Dopamine is a …
Most people don’t think twice about the sticky substance which comes out of your ears. It rarely takes center stage unless you have an excess or a blockage. However, earwax plays an important role in the overall health of your auditory system. Let’s explore this sticky substance. There are amazing attributes of earwax that may surprise you! It’s Not Actually …
When you have a headache, or your muscles just ache it’s normal to reach for an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to reduce the swelling – That is exactly what they are for. However, when the pain becomes chronic the use of these medications can be all too common of an occurrence. While at first, you …
Are you finding it’s hard to hear your loved ones this holiday season? Are you missing jokes or parts of the conversation and laughing along, pretending to hear? While this may seem to calm issues at first, over time it can lead to you feeling isolated and constantly confused in social situations with friends, family, and even in professional settings. …
While hearing loss is a condition that may not initially seem as serious as other chronic health issues, such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease, its effects are far-reaching. Ultimately, hearing loss is a communication issue. It often begins slowly but over years it can turn into a rift in your closest relationships, missed job opportunities, and lack of mobility due …
If you are a parent or caretaker, then you are most likely scanning for danger in the back of your mind most of the time. It’s our job to protect and care for our kids and therefore many parents come to us wondering how loud, is too loud for kids? This is a valid question and incredibly important to be …
Medical professionals have been warning us that smoking is bad for our health for years. There is a reason people have been struggling with smoking and excessive drinking – it can make us feel elated at times – but over years of use, these highly addictive substances can be used to self-medicate for depression and anxiety. On the other side …
November is American Diabetes Month, which makes it a great time to check your hearing. A lesser-known condition associated with diabetes, hearing loss is linked to this chronic health condition. In fact, a recent study revealed that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those without. When researchers examined the nearly 90 million people …
When you go through the list of health concerns associated with diabetes, hearing loss probably isn’t the first one that pops into your mind. However, there is a link between hearing loss and diabetes, and it’s not just that they are both leading chronic health issues for people in the United States. At the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, …
Whether it is the smell of pumpkin spice in the air, or bursting displays of trick-or-treat candy, it’s easy to tell when October rolls around. This month isn’t just about autumn traditions though, it is also Protect Your Hearing Month, an important time to raise awareness about hearing health. While most people understand that loud noise is harmful to …