Whether parties or dinners, there are countless opportunities during the holidays to gather with loved ones. That means plenty of chances to practice our tips for giving yourself the greatest gift of all: connection. Read on to get started. ...
5 Ways to Support Your HEARing Health
The whir of a hummingbird. The warning of an approaching ambulance. The round of laughter after your deviously funny — and deftly delivered — wedding toast. That sublime guitar riff or soulful crescendo in your favorite song. As we celebrate...
Hearing Aid Safety During Spring Activities
Blooming flowers, warm rains, gentle sun, and nesting birds — May is a beautiful time to get outdoors and enjoy the sounds of spring. Keep your hearing aids at optimal performance by following these tips to ensure you’re getting the...
Hearing Health and Heart Health Go Hand-in-Hand
“Healthy hearing, healthy heart,” says local audiologist. As American Heart Month in February reaches 54 years of championing good cardiovascular health, Dr. Tony Milliano wants to remind our community members to take care of their heart and hearing together. “Many...
From Festivities to Feasts: 6 Tips to Hear Your Best at Parties and Dinners
There are countless ways for you to hear your best this holiday and endless events to practice at. When you find out what works best for you, you’re giving yourself the greatest gift of all: connection. Check out our six...
Can Music Help You Hear Better?
When we as hearing care providers think about music, generally the detrimental effects come to mind. But Frank Russo, professor of psychology and director of the Science of Music, Auditory Research, and Technology Lab (SMART Lab) is bringing to light...
On the Menu: Deaf-Friendly Restaurants
Road-tripping? Keep these 7 spots in mind! The landmark Americans with Disabilities Act improved equity and access in employment, public accommodations, services, and so much more for people living with disabilities, including hearing impairment. Some businesses, however, go above and...
Chicken Cheese Crescent Recipe
What You Will need: 1-can of crescents 2-10oz. cans of cream of chicken soup 2-cans of chicken in water 1-pkge of mild shredded cheese Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees Drain the water from the cans of chicken. Shred the...
Could Ototoxic Drugs Be Affecting Your Hearing Without Your Knowledge?
What Is Ototoxicity? The definition of ototoxicity, in its simplest form, is ear poisoning (“oto” references the ear and toxicity references “poisoning”). Chemicals, drugs, and other agents that are known to cause hearing loss, balance disorders, or tinnitus are referred...
Identifying Your Symptoms Can Help Treat Your Vertigo
Understanding the Causes of Vertigo Dizziness and/or loss of balance is the second most common complaint doctors hear, and it is the most common complaint in patients over the age of 75. Your bout of dizziness may simply be a...