Swimmer’s Ear
Swimmer’s ear, also called otitis externa, is an infection of the outer ear canal. It usually happens when water stays trapped in your ear, allowing bacteria or fungi to grow. If you experience ear pain or discomfort after swimming or showering, our team of expert audiologists can help with diagnosis and treatment to ease your […]
Meniere’s Disease
What is Meniere’s Disease? Meniere’s disease is a disorder affecting the inner ear that is defined by 4 symptoms: (1) vertigo; (2) ear pressure; (3) wind-noise tinnitus; and (4) fluctuating hearing loss. These symptoms usually occur at the same time with “attacks” lasting several hours and can be quite debilitating. And they can progress even […]
What are Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids?
Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are hearing devices that you can buy directly without seeing a doctor or audiologist first. They are designed for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss and can be bought at local stores or online. OTC hearing aids are meant to help people who have trouble hearing in noisy places or […]
How Can You Improve Your Hearing?
Hearing is one of our most important senses. It helps us communicate, enjoy music, and stay aware of our surroundings. But sometimes, our hearing might not be as good as it used to be. If you’re wondering how you can improve your hearing, there are several ways you can take care of your ears and […]
Labor and Industries Hearing Aids and Services
Washington State Labor and Industries is the state program that covers medical claims for workers who are injured on the job. You might be eligible to get hearing aids covered through a claim if you have permanent hearing loss because of excessive noise exposure, head injury, or some other incident at work. Submitting a claim […]
Availing Insurance Benefits for Hearing Aids Before Year-End: Don’t Miss Out!
As the year winds down, it’s essential to make the most of your health benefits before they reset. If you’ve been considering hearing aids or have a current prescription, now is the time to act. Ordering hearing aids through insurance can often take 3-4 weeks due to high demand and processing times, which means you’ll […]
Online Activities for Seniors
Activities for Seniors It’s important for everyone to keep active, as many studies have shown physical and mental activity is vital for brain health. But it’s become harder than ever during the Covid pandemic for everyone to keep active. Especially for those in assisted living facilities, as visitors have been restricted and activities for seniors […]
Treatment Options for Single-Sided Deafness
What Is Single-Sided Deafness (SSD)? Single-Sided Deafness is defined as a loss of usable hearing in one ear while the better ear remains normal or near-normal. Sometimes it happens suddenly, sometimes gradually, and sometimes people are born with it. And while it may seem like single-sided deafness (or SSD) is not that big of a […]
How to Check Your Hearing Aid at Home
How to Check Your Hearing Aid Has your hearing aid stopped working? This can be due to a number of different issues. For the most common issues, you can usually check your hearing aid, and sometimes fix it, at home. But how do you know whether your hearing aid needs professional services? How can you […]
What Are the Five Signs of Hearing Loss?
Hearing is one of our most important senses. It helps us communicate with family and friends, listen to music, and stay aware of our surroundings. However, sometimes our ability to hear can fade without us even noticing. If you or someone you know is having trouble hearing, it’s important to recognize the signs early. An […]