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.
What surgeries can correct hearing loss?
You may wonder if there are any surgeries that correct hearing loss. Here are the common ear surgeries that can restore lost hearing from specific causes.
Can a healthy diet reduce your risk of hearing loss? Here's what the research says
Large studies looking at women's dietary choices and hearing loss have found an interesting pattern among those who report following diets like the Mediterranean diet and the lower-sodium DASH diet.
More engaged, assertive and confident: Lucy's bone-anchored hearing story
Thanks to the Oticon Ponto System, she tumbles more confidently toward her dream of making the USA Gymnastics team.
Brain fog coping strategies and techniques
Brain fog is a type of fluctuating cognitive impairment that can affect people suffering from vestibular disorders and other health conditions as well. Coping techniques can make it more manageable.
'How can he hear you but not me?' Hearing loss tested my family in surprising ways
In Healthy Hearing's Left Unspoken series, author Diedre Johnson shares the ups and downs that her uncle's hearing loss wrought on the family.
Three steps for getting active with hearing health in the New Year
We’ve identified three easy steps to be proactive with hearing health this year — for you as well as for those you love.
Some life-saving antibiotics may cause hearing loss and balance problems
A certain class of antibiotics that includes the drugs streptomycin and vancomycin are linked to causing hearing loss and balance problems.
The importance of Deaf culture
The language shared by people in the Deaf community is complex and complete, their social interactions are inclusive and personal – so please don’t try to fix them.
Cochlear dead zones: A rare form of hearing loss
A look at a rare condition that causes "hearing holes" in a narrow range of sound.
Using hearing aids to your advantage during the holidays
The holiday season is short. Why miss a minute of the sounds you love most?
What is reverse-slope (low frequency) hearing loss?
Reverse-slope hearing loss, also known as low-frequency hearing loss, is a rare type of hearing loss that makes it harder to hear low-pitched sounds such as men's voices and thunder. Find out how it affects your hearing and what you can do about it.
Five things you may not know about your hearing
Five surprising facts about hearing, ranging from what happens to when sound enters our ears to why hearing loss can actually be exhausting. When it comes to hearing, our ears aren’t the only ones working hard to get the message across.
I have hearing loss. Why are loud noises painful?
Find out why some people with hearing loss find certain ranges of sound uncomfortable, startling or even painful, a phenomenon known as recruitment.
How to support someone with tinnitus
Does someone you love have tinnitus? You may feel powerless to help, but good news: You do have the power to help, both directly and indirectly, in ways that actually make a difference.
Hearing loss statistics at a glance
If you are curious about the prevalence and impact of hearing loss, check out these quick facts and statistics.
How loud is too loud?
Understanding noise levels in your environment can help you prevent hearing loss. Sound is measured in decibels (dB), and if it sounds too loud, it is too loud. Learn how loud noises can put your hearing at risk over time.
Living with mild hearing loss
Even if you aren't ready for hearing aids, mild hearing loss can impose surprising difficulties in everyday life that shouldn't be underestimated. Here's how to cope and take the next steps.
'I thought I had cognitive decline, but it was hearing loss'
Concerned that words were not making sense anymore, one man shares how getting hearing aids helped him reconnect to the world.
Why you don’t wear your hearing aids (and why you should)
Don’t let all the reasons you don't wear your hearing aids to interfere with your ability to enjoy what life has to offer, especially when you already have the solution. Here's how to put your hearing aids back to work again.
Tinnitus and hearing loss: What’s the connection?
Most people with tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, also have hearing loss. Noise exposure is often the culprit behind both conditions. Learn more about tinnitus and hearing loss.
My grandmother's love couldn't overcome hearing loss
Hearing loss can drive a wedge between family members. In our Left Unspoken series, we share one woman's story of trying to bond with her grandmother, in spite of hearing loss that made communication difficult.
How to support someone with hearing loss
The best thing you can do if your partner or spouse has hearing loss is be a strong support for them and encourage them to seek help. Learning communication tips will also go a long way.
Drinking and hearing loss
You might know the health risks associated with heavy drinking, but it may surprise you to know it can also harm your hearing and balance. Learn more and know when to seek help.
I hate my hearing aids. What do I do?
Hate your new hearing aids? That's a pretty common reaction, but don't give up. Here's how to learn how to love them instead.
