May 2021 - Austin Hearing Services

Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test

Posted on May 31, 2021 by ron

Is there someone in your life you suspect has hearing loss? If you find that they have to ask you to repeat yourself more often than not it could be causing stress, tension or worry in your relationship. With 13% of the US population affected by hearing loss, it’s a common issue, especially as people age. This could be a significant other, family member, friend or even a co-worker and the sooner they seek treatment, … Continue reading “Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test”

Identifying the Signs of Hearing Loss

Posted on May 27, 2021 by ron

It is estimated that hearing loss affects approximately 466 million people or 6.1% worldwide. It is especially prominent for an older generation due to the natural breakdown of the cell’s inner ear over a lifetime. In fact, it is projected that one in three people over 65 have hearing loss but by the time this demographic reaches 75, the chance of hearing loss is estimated to be one in two. Even so, hearing loss does … Continue reading “Identifying the Signs of Hearing Loss”

The Benefits of Treating Hearing Loss

Posted on May 24, 2021 by ron

If you are noticing recently that you have had to ask people to repeat themselves, more and more often, this could be an issue with your hearing. It’s important to understand that impaired hearing reaches far beyond your ears. Poor hearing quickly affects your ability to hear and respond, causing emotional issues such as chronic depression, anxiety and loneliness. Ultimately, your entire health is inter-connected, so ignoring your hearing can also affect your physical health. … Continue reading “The Benefits of Treating Hearing Loss”