Chickens may unlock a cure for hearing loss one day. They (and some other birds) can regrow the tiny, hair-like nerve cells in their inner ears after injury. Scientists at Stanford University are studying chickens in hopes of restoring human hearing in the future. But...
I learn so much from you. What seems like a standard check-up for you and your hearing instruments so often becomes a wonderful connection between two human beings. That connection may be between You and me, You and Emily, You and Alan. Or those connections on the...
Last week, I discussed how people choose to cope with hearing loss. Although every person goes through their own process of coming to terms with hearing loss, there are generalities that can be made about people’s coping strategies. Likewise, family members also...
During the July 4th weekend, I spoke with an old friend about the state of our country. I moved from feeling frustrated and upset, wanting to blame someone, to sad and fearful because I know when I blame, it only upsets me even more. Frequently, I feel overwhelmed at...
WHAT?! Did I hear that right? YES, you did! Avalon Hearing Aid Centers is committed to keeping our clients safe, healthy, and connected during these uncertain times. We are providing Drive-Up Services for our clients because it’s isolating enough to be honoring the...
By age 40, about 1 in 10 adults will experience some hearing loss. It happens so slowly and gradually, says audiologist Dina Rollins. “You don’t realize what you’re missing.” And even as it worsens, many people are in denial. By the time...