The Healthy Hearing Report
Each week the Healthy Hearing Report team publishes helpful information about living with hearing loss, tinnitus and other auditory disorders.
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We also have in-depth general information on hearing loss, tinnitus, hearing aids, and hearing aid brands.
Drugs that can cause hearing loss or tinnitus
Hearing loss and ear ringing (tinnitus) can be a side effect of ototoxic medication and drugs. Find out which drugs can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
Drugs that can cause hearing loss or tinnitus
Hearing loss and ear ringing (tinnitus) can be a side effect of ototoxic medication and drugs. Find out which drugs can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
Pros and cons of using Apple AirPods as hearing aids
Tempted to try AirPods as hearing aids? Here's what to know about the advantages and disadvantages, according to hearing experts.
Pros and cons of using Apple AirPods as hearing aids
Tempted to try AirPods as hearing aids? Here's what to know about the advantages and disadvantages, according to hearing experts.
Healthy Hearing's gift guide for people with hearing loss and tinnitus
Looking for thoughtful gift ideas for someone with hearing loss or tinnitus? Consider options that offer comfort, accessibility, stress relief and support for their hearing needs.
Healthy Hearing's gift guide for people with hearing loss and tinnitus
Looking for thoughtful gift ideas for someone with hearing loss or tinnitus? Consider options that offer comfort, accessibility, stress relief and support for their hearing needs.
Our top recommended children's books about hearing loss
Books on hearing loss and hearing aids help kids (or grandkids) learn to celebrate the differences in others. They also make great stocking stuffers and gifts.
Our top recommended children's books about hearing loss
Books on hearing loss and hearing aids help kids (or grandkids) learn to celebrate the differences in others. They also make great stocking stuffers and gifts.
Ear pain: Why it happens
Got ear pain? From teeth grinding to infections to going on a flight, there are several reasons why your ears may hurt.
Ear pain: Why it happens
Got ear pain? From teeth grinding to infections to going on a flight, there are several reasons why your ears may hurt.
Tinnitus affects many veterans, but help exists
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Many retired military service members have persistent tinnitus, making it the number one reason veterans seek disability compensation. Find out why and what you can do about tinnitus.
Tinnitus affects many veterans, but help exists
Many retired military service members have persistent tinnitus, making it the number one reason veterans seek disability compensation. Find out why and what you can do about tinnitus.
What is a decibel?
Decibels are used to measure sound levels. They are also used to show the extent of hearing loss on audiograms.
What is a decibel?
Decibels are used to measure sound levels. They are also used to show the extent of hearing loss on audiograms.
Can you restore your lost hearing?
Is there a way to quickly and easily restore hearing levels to normal, especially for sensorineural hearing loss? A look at common ear surgeries, drugs and herbal remedies.
Can you restore your lost hearing?
Is there a way to quickly and easily restore hearing levels to normal, especially for sensorineural hearing loss? A look at common ear surgeries, drugs and herbal remedies.
Understanding auditory deprivation
Hearing loss is a type of sensory deprivation known as auditory deprivation. When the brain is deprived of sounds for too long -- such as with untreated hearing loss -- the auditory pathways can weaken and atrophy, making it even harder to hear.
Understanding auditory deprivation
Hearing loss is a type of sensory deprivation known as auditory deprivation. When the brain is deprived of sounds for too long -- such as with untreated hearing loss -- the auditory pathways can weaken and atrophy, making it even harder to hear.
Can allergies cause hearing loss?
Seasonal allergies can cause problems with hearing, especially if you have a lot of congestion and swelling. Contact dermatitis may cause itchiness in the ear canals, too.
Can allergies cause hearing loss?
Seasonal allergies can cause problems with hearing, especially if you have a lot of congestion and swelling. Contact dermatitis may cause itchiness in the ear canals, too.
Vaping and hearing loss: Is there a link?
With reports of vaping and sudden hearing loss on the rise, what does the evidence say?
Vaping and hearing loss: Is there a link?
With reports of vaping and sudden hearing loss on the rise, what does the evidence say?
I have tinnitus. Here's how I get a good night’s sleep.
Whether your challenge is falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, with the right tools, strategies, and a little bit of effort, you can fix your sleep issues–no matter how severe your tinnitus may seem right now.
I have tinnitus. Here's how I get a good night’s sleep.
Whether your challenge is falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, with the right tools, strategies, and a little bit of effort, you can fix your sleep issues–no matter how severe your tinnitus may seem right now.
Tinnitus keeping you up at night? First try these 11 tips
Got tinnitus and struggling to sleep? You're not alone! Ringing in the ears can make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. These 11 tips can help you get a better night's rest.
Tinnitus keeping you up at night? First try these 11 tips
Got tinnitus and struggling to sleep? You're not alone! Ringing in the ears can make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. These 11 tips can help you get a better night's rest.
How do I get water out of my ears?
Did you go swimming and now water is stuck in your ears? It happens to some people more than others. Learn why it happens and what to do about it.
How do I get water out of my ears?
Did you go swimming and now water is stuck in your ears? It happens to some people more than others. Learn why it happens and what to do about it.
Hearing aids for small or narrow ear canals
Small or narrow ear canals can make fitting hearing aids more difficult, but not impossible. Learn more about your options.
Hearing aids for small or narrow ear canals
Small or narrow ear canals can make fitting hearing aids more difficult, but not impossible. Learn more about your options.
Progressive hearing loss
Hearing loss can indeed be progressive, meaning it gets worse over time. Find out if this applies to you and what to do about it.
Progressive hearing loss
Hearing loss can indeed be progressive, meaning it gets worse over time. Find out if this applies to you and what to do about it.
What is hidden hearing loss?
Hidden hearing loss is a type of hearing loss that originates in the brain (instead of the ears) and isn't detectable on standard hearing tests. People with hidden hearing loss struggle to hear in real-world situations, but are able to pass a hearing test without any problems.
What is hidden hearing loss?
Hidden hearing loss is a type of hearing loss that originates in the brain (instead of the ears) and isn't detectable on standard hearing tests. People with hidden hearing loss struggle to hear in real-world situations, but are able to pass a hearing test without any problems.
Hearing loss and anxiety: What's the connection?
Struggling to hear is an anxiety-inducing experience, since it can make you feel vulnerable. So can coming to terms with hearing loss and wearing hearing aids. Fortunately, if your hearing loss is making you anxious, treatment can help.
Hearing loss and anxiety: What's the connection?
Struggling to hear is an anxiety-inducing experience, since it can make you feel vulnerable. So can coming to terms with hearing loss and wearing hearing aids. Fortunately, if your hearing loss is making you anxious, treatment can help.
Understanding musical ear syndrome
Musical ear syndrome is a rare condition that causes people to "hear" music that isn't there. It's more common among people with severe hearing loss.
Understanding musical ear syndrome
Musical ear syndrome is a rare condition that causes people to "hear" music that isn't there. It's more common among people with severe hearing loss.
Deafmetal jewelry stylishly secures hearing aids and cochlear implants
DeafMetal makes jewelry, safety rings and holsters that help hearing aids and cochlear implants stay in place—stylishly.
Deafmetal jewelry stylishly secures hearing aids and cochlear implants
DeafMetal makes jewelry, safety rings and holsters that help hearing aids and cochlear implants stay in place—stylishly.
Hearing loss is tiring? I was skeptical—until I took a hearing test
Even with normal hearing, taking a hearing test can be mentally draining. The experience helped Healthy Hearing Managing Editor Joy Victory understand why hearing loss should always be treated.
Hearing loss is tiring? I was skeptical—until I took a hearing test
Even with normal hearing, taking a hearing test can be mentally draining. The experience helped Healthy Hearing Managing Editor Joy Victory understand why hearing loss should always be treated.
Hearing aids and eyeglasses: Tips for a comfortable combo
Worried about wearing glasses and hearing aids together? Discover expert tips for a comfortable fit and easy adjustments to make both work seamlessly, so you can hear and see your best.
Hearing aids and eyeglasses: Tips for a comfortable combo
Worried about wearing glasses and hearing aids together? Discover expert tips for a comfortable fit and easy adjustments to make both work seamlessly, so you can hear and see your best.
Why you should use your hearing aid smartphone app
Most hearing aid manufacturers offer accompanying smartphone apps that let users control their hearing aid settings, monitor their batteries, and many other features.
Why you should use your hearing aid smartphone app
Most hearing aid manufacturers offer accompanying smartphone apps that let users control their hearing aid settings, monitor their batteries, and many other features.
How hearing loss affects your ability to distinguish words
Have you ever wondered why you can hear some words perfectly well, but struggle to hear other words? The speech banana shows where the speech sounds occur across the hearing range.
How hearing loss affects your ability to distinguish words
Have you ever wondered why you can hear some words perfectly well, but struggle to hear other words? The speech banana shows where the speech sounds occur across the hearing range.
