What do Westminster Abbey, The Detroit Metro Airport, the Seattle Repertory Theatre and Wegman’s supermarket chain all have in common? They’ve each installed “hearing loops”—a simple technology that helps millions of people with hearing loss. Consisting of copper wires embedded in the perimeter of a room, the loops serve as assisted listening systems, enabling people […]
Hearing Loss: Cochlear Implants
As people age, they are likely to suffer a gradual loss of hearing. Years ago hearing loss for seniors was not treated with a cochlear implant but a new study funded by the makers of cochlear implants reveals that seniors with severe hearing loss demonstrated better mood and cognitive abilities after a cochlear implant. While […]
Four Types of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss certainly isn’t uncommon, but understanding the different types of hearing loss is important. The way hearing loss presents itself can be an indicator of the cause as well as the likelihood of restoring hearing. Four ways hearing loss can occur: Trouble hearing conversations in a noisy environment Feeling of fullness in your ears […]