How to Choose the Right Hearing Healthcare Provider?
Choosing the right hearing healthcare provider can seem like a big task, especially if this is your first time visiting an audiologist or another doctor about your hearing health.
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College courses keep older adults’ minds active
Have you considered returning to school? Learning something new and staying mentally active is great for your overall health no matter what age you are.
Why and how to donate your used hearing aids
In an April 2013 report, the World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that about 15 percent of the adult population worldwide has hearing loss, and one-third of people who are 65 or older have hearing loss that affects their lives significantly.
Tai Chi is good for adults’ overall health
Being physically active is important for senior independence and overall health, but sometimes, older adults have a difficult time finding physical activities that they enjoy or that are gentle enough for the joints.
How to Prepare for Your First Audiologist Visit?
When someone first realizes that their hearing loss is affecting their independence, safety and social relationships, they probably have a lot of questions and concerns.
Simple ways to maximize your memory
Do you misplace your keys or the TV remote a little more frequently than you used to? Just as it’s natural for people to experience hearing loss as they age, it’s normal to get a bit more forgetful, too.
Hearing-Loss Friendly Attractions in Chicago
Chicago is truly the jewel of the Midwest, with vibrant culture and a laid-back environment. If you’re considering visiting the Windy City, there’s no better time than summer to experience all that this city by the lake has to offer.
Audiogram Interpretation Tips after a Hearing Test
For those of us not in the medical field, making sense of technical jargon can sometimes be confusing. Many doctors, nurses, audiologists and other health practitioners are great at explaining medical terms, but it’s important to be able to feel comfortable with your own medical records.
Trends in internet use changing for older adults
For people in their late twenties or younger, using the Internet is likely a sixth sense. This group grew up with computer and Web access in their homes and schools.
Super foods for seniors’ super health
We all strive to eat things that help the body and mind, even if we sometimes indulge in delicious desserts. Lucky for us, there has been a lot of good research on super foods – foods that pack in an extra punch of nutrients and antioxidants in every bite.