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.
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.
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.
This year’s Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) convention promises to be informative – with many speakers, researchers and workshops – but also incredibly fun. Where else can you speak candidly about your travel mix-up, the joy you felt using your captioned telephone for the first time to talk with your grandson or the laugh you had about what your spouse thought you said?
Who doesn’t love a good celebration? The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is hosting its seventh annual Walk4Hearing events around the country to raise funds to support people of all ages living with hearing loss, and to bring the community together to celebrate.
Realizing that your parents are aging and might need some extra help can feel strange because the roles are reversed: Your parents cared for you as you grew up, and now you want to look out for them as they grow older.
It’s human nature to avoid addressing challenging situations. From your health to a troublesome coworker, it often seems easier to cope with what is going on than to do anything to improve the situation. But then you have that “aha” moment and wonder why you procrastinated in the first place.
If you’re facing the challenge of hearing loss, you know how frustrating it can be. But it doesn’t mean you have to drastically change your lifestyle or give up the activities you enjoy.