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What Part of the Brain Controls Hearing?

Sounds travel through the ear and that becomes hearing. But, did you know that your ears hear and your brain listens? The brain does all the hard work!

Elrietha Olivier

August 27, 2020

World Hearing Day: New Survey Reveals Few Americans Get Their Hearing Checked Despite Concerns About Their Overall Health

DEKALB, IL – March 3, 2023 – Forty-four percent of Americans ages 45 and up think about their hearing at least occasionally but 79% report they have not had a hearing test in the last year, according to a new study from Lexie Hearing, a leader in over-the-counter hearing aids for people with...

March 7, 2023

Why You Shouldn’t Use Ear Candles

It is only natural to want to remove unsightly ear wax but it is important to remember that ear wax is also natural, and is vital for healthy hearing. One such removal method is called ear candles, also known as ear candling, and while it may seem like a great way to remove ear wax, it could be...

September 14, 2023

Why You Should Regularly Consult a Hearing HCP

Once you receive your hearing aids you’ll need to regularly consult a hearing HCP to ensure that you continue to adjust well to your devices.

Lisa Brown

October 12, 2020

Why You Should Not Live Without A Hearing Aid

The decision to get a hearing aid can be a difficult one to make, you may even be wondering why you should get a hearing aid.

Tarryn Sparg

July 17, 2020

Why Do Your Ears Pop? 9 Ways to Pop Your Ears Safely

While traveling via airplane or train, you may have found yourself wondering why your ears pop. Fortunately, if you feel like your ears are full of pressure, then popping them can provide immediate relief. The ear is composed of three sections: the inner ear, middle ear, and outer ear. Typically,...

Marcelle Swanepoel

October 14, 2021

Why Do I Hear Crackling in my Ear?

Hearing unwanted sounds is never fun—especially when the cause is unknown. Whether it be ringing, buzzing, or altogether muffled hearing, these impairments can be very frustrating and even interfere with everyday life. Another possible unwanted sound is crackling. Think pouring milk into a bowl...

August 5, 2022

What You Need to Know About Age Related Hearing Loss

Losing your hearing due to aging is a natural process, however at what age is hearing loss normal? According to the World Health Organization (2020), about one-third of people over 65 years of age experience age-related hearing loss. Your ability to hear may start to deteriorate from your 40s...

Shouneez Yousuf

March 22, 2021

What Lifestyle Factors Influence Hearing

We all know that healthy eating and exercise are good for us, they can improve your quality of life and make you less vulnerable to disease. The opposite is equally true - smoking, drinking alcohol, and eating fast food can increase your chances of developing diseases such as diabetes and cancer....

Nadia van Eyssen

May 24, 2021

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