by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Health
Tinnitus affects about 14% of adults worldwide. That’s millions of people living with persistent ringing, buzzing, or clicking in their ears — often without relief. While no cure exists, research continues to uncover lifestyle factors that may influence the condition....
by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 16, 2025 | Blog
Hearing loss affects millions of people globally—and that number continues to rise. Fortunately, it’s not inevitable. While not every form of hearing loss can be prevented, many cases are avoidable with proactive care and lifestyle changes. With the right...
by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 14, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Aids
Updated October 2026 TL;DR: A hearing aid fitting is a starting point rather than a finished setting, and the first week is supposed to sound strange. Your provider deliberately starts you below full prescription and walks the volume up across follow-up visits as your...
by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 9, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Health
TL;DR Itchy ears usually come from dry skin, allergies, or wax. Gentle moisture and leaving the canal alone fix most cases. Cotton swabs and candles make it worse every time. See a provider if the itch keeps returning, or if it arrives with pain, drainage, ringing, or...
by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 7, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Loss
Living with hearing loss brings many challenges, but safety shouldn’t be one of them. From home to work to public spaces, staying safe with hearing loss is entirely possible. With the right tools, preparation, and support, you can protect yourself and those around...
by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 2, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Loss
Stress and Hearing Loss Stress impacts both mental and physical health. Did you know it can also affect your hearing? Chronic stress can damage your hearing and trigger conditions like tinnitus. This National Stress Awareness Month, we’re looking at the connection...
