(307) 514-0315 There’s a common myth that hearing loss is a “disease of the elderly.” While hearing does naturally diminish as we age, this condition is not confined to the older population; younger people can – and do – experience hearing loss, as well. Noise-induced hearing loss affects people of all ages. Fortunately, if you take preventive steps now, you can reduce the impact of hearing loss associated with noise exposure.
Hearing Loss Facts
People have many misconceptions about hearing loss. These are based on old myths, outdated technology or just a general misunderstanding of the condition. By learning some important facts about hearing loss, you’ll be better equipped to deal with it, whether it affects you personally or somebody close to you. Here are some interesting facts about…
Protecting Your Hearing
Noise exposure is a leading cause of hearing loss. It usually develops gradually and may go unnoticed until it has progressed to a point where treatment options are limited. There are steps you can take now to prevent hearing loss down the road. Causes Some types of hearing loss are unavoidable. That which occurs with…
Online Hearing Test
Do people seem to mumble or speak in a softer voice than they used to? Yes No Do you feel tired or irritable after a long conversation? Yes No Do you sometimes miss key words in a sentence or frequently need to ask people to repeat themselves? Yes No When you are in a group…