The Healthy Hearing Report
Our daily dose of original articles, news and interviews to keep you current about hearing health and hearing aids.
We also have in-depth general information on hearing loss, tinnitus, hearing aids, and hearing aid brands. See our full list of help pages.
Consumers value professional care in a post-OTC hearing aid world
Will new legislation favoring OTC hearing aids change the way consumers shop for hearing care? Healthy Hearing surveyed consumers to find out.
Hearing loss and hearing aids: Everything you were afraid to ask
If you're too shy to ask, never fear! Here are answers to five common questions about hearing loss and how it's treated.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Mandy Harvey uses music to create community
Deaf singer, songwriter and motivational speaker Mandy Harvey uses her personal journey to help others overcome their personal barriers.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Susan Boggia
Patient-centered care in a home-like atmosphere is just what the doctor ordered for residents of Glens Falls.
Why aren't hearing aids covered by insurance?
Most insurance plans don't cover hearing aids. Learn the basics and the complex reasons why.
Why pretending to hear is bad and how to break the habit
Gianluca Trombetta talks about why people with hearing loss fake it, or pretend to hear when they really don't and shares his practical tips for turning this common challenge into a positive opportunity.
College, hearing loss and self-advocacy
Whether you're an incoming college freshman or a seasoned upperclassman with hearing loss, our guest Jessica Wertz has tips for starting the year right and thriving on campus.
Creating awareness for children's hearing loss
From media campaigns to books to legislation, here's an update on efforts to bring awareness to children's hearing loss.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Joan McCormack, Au.D.
Dr. Joan McCormack and the staff of Atlantic Hearing Care celebrate the practice's 10-year anniversary and giving back to the community with the launch of a nonprofit to provide hearing care to those in need.
How hearing loss affects seniors
Older adults with hearing loss face some unique emotional and physical challenges. Find out what they are and what you can do about it.
Research shows possible link between aspartame and tinnitus
Are aspartame and tinnitus linked? Here's what you need to know before you drink your next diet soda.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Dr. Peter Loring
A no-nonsense approach, great technology and a personal investment in each patient helps Dr. Peter Loring change lives through better hearing in central Long Island, New York.
Can allergies cause hearing loss?
Your eyes are itchy and your nose is runny – typical for allergy season. But could your allergies also contribute to hearing loss? Get answers here.
Summer hearing health for kids
Along with reminders about how to safely enjoy summer fun, don’t forget to include a few that deal with keeping their hearing healthy, too.
Men's health: protecting hearing an important priority
June is Men's Health Month - time to celebrate men by being mindful of good health, including hearing health. Here's how to get started.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Mary Sue Harrison
A Texas audiologist parlayed a score on a high school interest test into an unconventional audiology practice that includes the latest hearing aid technology, hearing conservation, occasional encounters with famous musicians and patient-friendly customer service.
Healthy Hearing readers reveal unexpected hearing hazards
We asked our readers how noisy their lives are and the results prove hearing hazards can lurk where you least expect them. Find out how to preserve your hearing in unexpectedly noisy places.
How to be your own hearing loss advocate
Asserting yourself isn’t rude, it’s essential -- especially if you want to get the most out of interactions with friends and family.
Study shows earplugs worn at concerts make a difference
Live concerts and music festivals create lasting memories, but one study confirms an effective way to make sure they don't also create lasting hearing loss.
Kids and swim ear plugs: What you need to know
Does your child need swim ear plugs? Here's what you need to know to keep his ears healthy and make a decision that's right for you.
Foods that boost hearing: Be mindful of your minerals
Studies show mineral-rich foods are helpful in preventing hearing loss but be sure to consult your physician before adding any supplements to your diet.
Healthy Hearing conversation | Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy
With a career that has spanned clinical practice, education and research, Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy, along with her staff at Associates in Hearing HealthCare serves patients with commitment to positive outcomes.
Hearing loss charities that make an impact
Want to make a difference for people who have hearing loss? Support organizations that put hearing loss and its challenges front and center, raising money and awareness for this important cause.
Healthy Hearing Conversation | Dr. Lisa Alber
Dr. Lisa Alber brings love for her hometown, a passion for patient care and a can-do attitude to Greenfield, Massachusetts.
