NASA’s Office of the Chief Technologist Reco...

NASA’s Office of the Chief Technologist recognizes technology developed by NASA that has benefits for the entire nation.  In the article “Hearing is Believing”, Adam Kissiah is recognized for the technology he developed while working as an engineer at NASA.  Driven by his own hearing problem and three failed corrective surgeries, Kissiah started working in the mid-1970s on what would become known as the...

8 Steps To Take Control of Hearing Loss

Author: Center for Hearing Aids If you think you are experiencing hearing loss, then there are many things you can do. You may feel rather helpless as you come to realize that your hearing is fading. It is very important to recognize the steps you can take to face the issue, deal with the problem, and start living life to the fullest once again. Hearing loss comes in several different forms, with the most common source being...

Signs and Causes of Hearing Loss in Children

Author: Center for Hearing Aids Today infant hearing screenings can often detect a problem before your baby leaves the hospital. However, if your baby passes this initial screening, you may see signs of possible hearing loss at a later time. It is important to observe your child’s behavior at each milestone of their development. If you see your child isn’t reaching those milestones, discuss it with your...

Hearing Loss May be an Early Sign of Dementia

Author: Center for Hearing Aids In some people, gradual hearing loss may also be an early sign of types of dementia. We listen with our ears but hear with our brains. Gradual hearing loss is a common symptom of aging, but in some people it may also be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease Gradual hearing loss is a common symptom of aging, but in some people it may also be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease or...

Digital Hearing Aids and Analog Hearing Aids

By: Center for Hearing Aids   If you are like the many millions of people who have bought digital hearing aids, you probably did not fully understand all of the mechanisms at play inside of that new hearing aid. You had your hearing tested and were told which hearing aids would work best for your hearing loss. So, just what are digital hearing aids and what makes them different? Digital hearing aids use computer technology....

What Causes Hearing Loss?

By: Center for Hearing Aids What Causes Hearing Loss? 1. What problems can affect the outer ear? 2. What problems can affect the middle ear? 3. What problems can affect the inner ear?   What Problems Can Affect The Outer Ear? Anything that completely blocks the ear canal can cause hearing loss. Blockage with earwax (also called cerumen) is common. A doctor can cure this easily by removing the wax either with...