July 5, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
The average summer day is likely filled with fun experiences and happenings, from motorcycle rides to family outings to fireworks to sporting events. The majority of these activities are perfectly safe and healthy, but some do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. That’s because loud noises, over time, can damage your ability to […]
June 26, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Motorcycle enthusiasts often mention the thrill of speed and the love for the open road as the driving force behind their enthusiasm. But this invigorating hobby comes at a high risk of irreversible hearing damage for individuals who ride a lot. The effect of motorcycle speed and riding duration on hearing health was examined in […]
June 19, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
You’re a pretty busy person, so it’s reasonable that you totally forgot about the hearing test you have scheduled. It’s a good thing you got a text from the clinic reminding you in time for you to get ready. So… what should you do? While it might not require an all-night study session like in […]
June 11, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Summer is all about sunshine, relaxation, and an abundance of social events. But enjoying these summer events can be a real challenge for people who have hearing loss. Don’t worry though, even if you have hearing loss, you can still enjoy summer fun. Key tips to make the most of summer Here are seven recommended […]
June 4, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Are you aware that your risk of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? Age-related hearing loss usually begins to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. You probably won’t even notice your progressing hearing loss even though it’s a permanent condition. Years of noise damage is usually the […]
May 28, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Your whole life can be impacted by age-related hearing loss. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your cognitive clarity can also be affected. Over time, hearing loss can intensely impact the way your brain works in ways that immediately impact your mood, your memory, and more. The connection […]
May 22, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Tinnitus is an incredibly common condition of the ear. It’s one of the most common health conditions in the world with some estimates indicating that up to 10 percent of the population experiences it at one time or another. Although the most common manifestation of tinnitus is a phantom ringing or buzzing in your ear, […]
May 14, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Between hectic schedules and the distractions of events, it’s all too simple to put off important appointments, like those with a hearing specialist or for a hearing aid fitting. You might not even get around to shopping for hearing aids at all. However, putting off on treatment for hearing loss is far more than just […]
May 7, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Our ears are often what carry the load of accidental harm from neglect in our busy day-to-day lives. There are some common but dangerous practices, like using cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health at risk. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help safeguard the health of […]
April 29, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
It’s likely that earwax and its buildup haven’t been subjects of significant contemplation for you, except maybe during ear hygiene routines. However, understanding what causes earwax, how it forms, and its purpose is essential. What causes the accumulation of earwax? Earwax, scientifically known as cerumen, is a dense combination of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, […]