Many things come to mind when you think of your heart: emotions, desires and dreams, the soul.You may also think of the physical organ that pumps blood through your body and sustains your life. Heart health is an important part of overall health. The Center of Disease Control (CDC) reported that 600,000 people die from heart disease yearly in the … Read More
RETIREMENT AND (HEARING) HEALTHCARE
If you plan to retire soon, it’s time to think about expenses and how everything will be covered. Healthcare costs, including hearing healthcare, should be factored in. Estimates from HealthView Insights show that an American couple retiring this year can expect just over $400,000 in healthcare costs over the course of retirement, with about 4% of that being out of … Read More
THE CONNECTION BETWEEN DIABETES AND HEARING HEALTH
Hearing loss has many causes: loud noise, infection, and various diseases. One lesser-known disease that can cause hearing loss is diabetes. Diabetes is becoming more and more common around the world, and it is becoming more recognized as a cause of hearing loss. One study found some degree of hearing loss in 21 percent of 399 study participants with diabetes, … Read More
THIS YEAR MAKE A RESOLUTION THAT IS EASY TO KEEP
What is your New Year’s Resolution? If you’re like most people, it probably has something to do with generally being healthier: eating better, exercising more, or losing weight. Did you know that overall health also plays a vital role in hearing health? Since many resolutions don’t survive the month of January, we think it’s important to take steps to ensure … Read More