How Are Sun Exposure and Hearing Loss Connected?
Excessive unprotected exposure to the sun’s rays can put you at risk of skin cancer, photoaging and damage to the skin, eyes and immune system. One infrequently discussed side effect of excess sun exposure is hearing damage or loss. While getting your daily dose of vitamin D is important, knowing how the sun’s UV rays…
How Can Hearing Aids Help Children Notice Emotions
Children with hearing loss often struggle with communication, poor mental health, background awareness and even emotional understanding. While a large amount of communication is nonverbal, children with hearing loss often miss out on verbal and emotional cues such as tone or emotionally charged words. Hearing aids can help children fill in the missing verbal information…