Why You’re Not Wearing Your Hearing Aids
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that only 20 percent of people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wear them. The reason many people with hearing loss choose not to follow through on their audiologist-recommended treatment may surprise you. Lack of Confidence Hearing aids barely resemble the devices worn by your parents and…
Read MoreDo You Have Ménière’s Disease?
Vertigo is a common symptom in Portland. When accompanied by pressure in the ears, hearing loss that comes and goes and a ringing or other sound, you may be suffering from an inner ear disorder called Ménière’s disease. Symptoms of Ménière’s Disease A French doctor named Prosper Ménière identified his namesake disease in 1861. Because…
Read MoreCan Acupuncture Help Treat Hearing Loss & Tinnitus?
With hearing loss and tinnitus prevalent throughout the Pacific Northwest—an estimated one out of every five people in Portland experiences one or both to some degree—the quest for a solution is a high priority for many. While traditional treatment options such as hearing aids are most popular, some patients are looking for alternative approaches such…
Read MoreOct 17th – Nov 7th Food Drive
Help fight hunger! Donate food here. Audiology Center NW All donations benefit Oregon Food Bank Help feed the human spirit of our neighbors experiencing hunger. 10 pounds = 8 meals $10 = 30 meals All food drive donations stay in the local community! What to donate: Peanut Butter Canned Meat (chicken, tuna, salmon) Canned/Boxed Meal…
Read MorePeace, Love & Hearing Loss
Lucky Portlanders who enjoyed three days of peace, love and music in upstate New York during the summer of 1969 are paying the price today. Many are suffering the effects of noise-induced hearing loss—an irreversible condition that can seriously impact their daily lives. Summer of Love, Winter of Hearing Impairment Hearing loss becomes more common…
Read MoreScientists Able to Reverse Tinnitus in Mice
One out of every five people in Portland suffers from tinnitus to some degree. It can prove so debilitating to some people, it impacts every aspect of their daily lives. Finding a cure has long been a top priority but has thus far proved elusive. A new research study involving mice has scientists hopeful that…
Read MoreWhat is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss?
The number one cause of hearing loss in Portland isn’t aging, as many believe; it’s actually noise exposure. Over the course of a lifetime, some damage to the sensory cells in your inner ear is inevitable. If you are frequently exposed to loud noise, hearing impairment can occur at a very young age – even…
Read MoreStand Up to Noise Pollution
Portland occasionally contend with hazy skies obscuring those spectacular views of Mt. Hood. As unsightly as this may be, not all pollution is so clearly visible. Noise pollution is a growing problem not only in the pacific northwest, but throughout the world. And it’s one we hardly notice anymore. Defining Noise Pollution The World Health…
Read MoreWhen Your 8 to 5 Exceeds 85 Decibels
If you’re like most people in Portland, you probably think hearing loss won’t be a problem until you’re well into your golden years. The truth is, only one-third of adults with a hearing impairment are older than 65. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, and one of the most common culprits in younger people…
Read MoreUntreated Hearing Loss is Costly
People in Portland with hearing loss are already at a disadvantage for many reasons. A new study shows their condition doesn’t only affect their health – it also hits them in the pocketbook. The Hidden Costs of Hearing Loss Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health surveyed 77,000 patients suspected of having untreated…
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