Allergy Season Is Starting Earlier & Lasting Longer
Statistics show that in Georgia, as well as many other places around the world, pollen counts are beginning and peaking much earlier than previously documented years. Experts say this is likely due to climate change. About the Data Last spring, geologist and paleontologist Steven Holland of the University of Georgia tweeted a chart (shown below)…
Symptoms of Sinusitis
Sinus infections occur when the sinus cavities become swollen, inflamed and infected, usually at the tail-end of a cold or allergy attack. Infections tend to linger long after upper respiratory symptoms have passed. Acute Vs. Chronic Infections Acute sinusitis is defined as a sinus infection that lasts less than four weeks, according to the American…
Understanding Childhood Ear Infections
Ear infections are usually caused by bacteria that grows when there is a buildup of fluid behind the eardrum. While anyone of any age can get an ear infection, they are most common in children. In fact, five out of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Ear infections…
When Winter Is Mild, Start Your Allergy Routine Early
Ready or not, allergy season is here. Many report that their allergy symptoms have come on earlier this year, which is due in part to weather throughout the rest of the year. Climbing temperatures across the globe have led to a milder winter for many, which can have a surprising effect on your allergies. How…
Can Hearing Aids Change Your Life for the Better?
If you’re one of the 48 million Americans with hearing loss, you already know some of the impacts it can have on your health and relationships. A number of studies have shown that wearing hearing aids can improve many facets of your life, not just your hearing. Hearing Aids Can Slow Cognitive Decline Studies by…
What Is Low-Frequency Hearing Loss?
Low-frequency hearing loss is one of the rarer forms of hearing loss, and is also known as “reverse-slope hearing loss” because of the shape it makes on an audiogram – a chart used by audiologists to measure hearing loss. Symptoms of Low-Frequency Hearing Loss Low-frequency hearing loss means difficulty hearing low-pitch sounds. People with this…
Hearing Hazards in the Home
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) can be caused by one-time exposure to an extremely loud sound, like an explosion, or prolonged exposure to moderate noise. OSHA reports that any sound over 85 dB – about the volume of highway traffic – can cause permanent hearing damage after just 15 minutes of exposure. The National Institutes…
New Year’s Hearing Resolutions
You may have made a long list of resolutions in January, but it’s never too late to add more! In 2020, resolve to take your hearing health seriously. Untreated hearing loss can have serious consequences, including social withdrawal, depression, falls/imbalance and even cognitive decline. Here are four resolutions you can make this year to preserve…
