Hearing Regulations in the Workplace
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was a significant step forward for workers’ rights in the U.S. because it established clear guidelines and regulations for keeping employees safe on the jobsite. One of the major parts of these new regulations pertained to workers’ protections against hearing loss caused by workplace noise exposure. The…
Six Things Audiologists Do
When many people think of audiologists, they think of people who sell hearing aids. But audiologists are so much more than licensed hearing aid dispensers; they are the most qualified professionals who can help you with concerns about your hearing and balance. Below are six things audiologists can do for you. Hearing Tests Audiologists provide…
Making Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids Easier
Reno may be “the biggest little city,” but sometimes you’ll want to get away—especially around the holidays, if you’re visiting family or friends that don’t live close by. If you are one of the approximately 20 percent of people with hearing loss in Nevada and wear hearing aids, we’ve got some tips to make your…
Got Diabetes? Get a Hearing Test
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic health conditions in Reno. It’s also one of the most under-diagnosed. People with diabetes have a higher risk of developing a number of long-term health complications; one of the most surprising is hearing loss. Health Risks Associated with Diabetes An estimated 30 million Americans have diabetes. Of…
Cerebral Atrophy and Hearing Loss
Many people who develop dementia in Reno experience cerebral atrophy—also known as “brain shrinkage.” Your risk of cerebral atrophy is higher if you’ve got hearing loss. Here’s why. The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia What causes cerebral atrophy Cerebral atrophy results from the loss of neurons and their connections with the brain. As dementia…
Chemicals That Can Harm Your Hearing
Most people who develop hearing loss in Reno can blame factors such as aging, noise exposure, disease and trauma. If you work around chemicals, it’s important to understand that certain types of these can also damage your hearing. OSHA-Identified Ototoxicants The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Safety and Health Information Bulletin in 2018 cautioning…
Foolproof Techniques for Removing Water from Your Ears
For many people in Reno, summer means splashing through fountains or taking a dip in the pool to escape the heat. While that’s a great way to cool off, if water becomes trapped in your ears, it can lead to infection – and possibly even impact your hearing. We have some tips that will help…
Your Ears May Reveal Clues About Your Health
Want to dazzle your friends in Reno with clues about their physical health or self-diagnose yourself without consulting Dr. Google? Look no further than the ears! They often provide a surprising amount of information regarding what’s going on inside a person’s body. What the Ears Reveal The ears aren’t only conduits for sound; they can…
Genes Associated with Age-Related Hearing Loss Discovered
The majority of folks with hearing loss in Reno can blame their condition on either noise or age. A decline in hearing ability isn’t inevitable the older you get, but it’s definitely more likely. An interesting new study recently identified the genes associated with age-related hearing loss, paving the way for better treatment solutions in…
The Link Between Cigarettes & Hearing Loss
You’d have to be living under a rock not to realize the health hazards associated with smoking cigarettes. Emphysema, bronchitis, lung cancer – the list is a mile long. Research shows that smokers in Reno are at risk of another health problem associated with cigarettes: hearing loss. Risks of Cigarette Smoke About one in five…