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.
5 quality of life hacks for tinnitus sufferers
Living with tinnitus is a challenge, but there are lots of helpful life hacks you can do right now to improve quality of life with tinnitus.
Hearing aids with domes: Are they right for me?
Some hearing aids come with domes that sit snugly inside your ear. They're best suited for people with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
What are hearing aid earmolds?
Some hearing aids come with custom-fit earmolds that sit snugly inside your ear. Learn why an earmold might be the best option for you and how to troubleshoot any problems.
Five habits that can harm your hearing health
Need a reason to improve your health and break some bad habits? These five bad health habits in particular are all linked to hearing loss.
7 surprising risk factors for hearing loss
Some risk factors for hearing loss are understandable—think aging, excessive noise exposure, or traumatic brain injury—but other risks aren’t always so obvious.
Vaping and hearing loss: Is there a link?
With reports of vaping and sudden hearing loss on the rise, what does the evidence say?
Viagra and hearing loss
Research shows that Viagra and similar drugs increase your risk of sudden hearing loss, tinnitus and dizziness.
Hearing aids for profound hearing loss
If you have severe or profound hearing loss, your hearing care professional will likely recommend power or super power hearing aids. Today's power models are small and discreet.
Obesity and hearing loss: What's the connection?
Obesity may increase the risk of other health conditions that are linked to hearing loss, such as high blood pressure and diabetes.
Can CBD treat tinnitus?
Medical science says the jury is still out on CBD, but some tinnitus sufferers say they have all the proof they need.
Join a 2019 Walk4Hearing event to support people with hearing loss
When you join a Walk4Hearing event, the money you raise will help provide support for people with hearing loss.
The dangerous links between smoking and hearing loss
Smoking is a well-established risk factor for hearing loss. Studies have shown that time and again exposure to cigarette smoke--whether directly, secondhand, or even in utero--can have a big impact on a person's hearing health.
Have sleep apnea? You might have hearing loss, too
Hearing loss and sleep apnea appear strongly linked, according to several studies published in the past few years.
Tinnitus habituation: How to tune out the ringing in your ears
Thanks to a mental process called habituation, you can get to a place where your tinnitus stops bothering you entirely, where your brain just stops paying attention to it and it fades from your awareness.
Cochlear implant recipients reconnect to music with new app
A new app called Bring Back the Beat helps cochlear implant wearers reconnect with music using a series of focused attention and listening practice games.
Mumps and hearing loss
The viral infection known as mumps can lead to hearing loss. If your child experiences hearing loss after mumps, schedule an appointment with a hearing healthcare professional as soon as possible.
Tips for driving safely with hearing loss
When driving with hearing loss, you'll likely rely on visual cues more. You'll also want to reduce distractions and keep a few other things in mind before you hit the road.
Award-winning celebrities with hearing loss
In a world where image is everything and communication is a necessary skill, these celebrities with hearing loss are definitely award worthy.
How heart health and hearing loss are connected
A growing body of research is leading experts to believe that your hearing and your heart are closely connected.
Ready to get your hearing tested? Here's why you may want to bring someone with you
The insights they share at your appointment may help you and your hearing care professional better customize your treatment plan.
Air travel tips for people with hearing loss
Airlines often fall short when it comes to communicating with passengers who have hearing loss. Our air travel tips for people with hearing loss will help your trip go as smoothly as possible.
Tips for traveling with hearing loss
When you have hearing loss, traveling with hearing aids can add unexpected challenges. Here are some tips to make your trip go smoother.
How to troubleshoot common hearing aid problems
Before you take your hearing aid in for repair, check to see if you can fix the problem yourself.
How an audiologist recommends the best hearing aids for you
Ears come in all shapes and sizes--and so do the various types of hearing aids. Your audiologist will make sure your hearing aids provide high-quality sound and are comfortable to wear.
