Getting the Right Care Is Easier Than You Might Think Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, a new category of regulated medical devices, have hit the market. But these devices aren’t for everyone. Whether you tried them and they didn’t work out or you’re feeling overwhelmed by options to tackle your hearing issues, we’ve got you. Here’s […] The post Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids: Did You Try Them & They Didn’t Work Out? We Can Help appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Get the Scoop as We Celebrate Better Hearing & Speech Month If asked about the many ways better hearing enhances your life, what comes to mind? For some, it’s the sounds of nature, game night with family and friends, an epic live concert, a critical project at work, or something as simple yet enjoyable as […] The post Dementia & Hearing Loss Go Hand in Hand. What Can You Do? appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Q: Is caffeine harmful? A: This is one of the most loaded questions about everyday health. Many studies have been conducted on the effects of caffeine on the body. Some of these effects are positive and some are negative. Some studies suggest a correlation between moderate caffeine consumption and lower risks of some diseases, while […] The post Q&A: Does Caffeine Affect Hearing and Balance? appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

7 Gift Ideas Celebrating Mom’s Wonderful World of Sound Uh-oh! Did your plans to find Mom the perfect gift get a little derailed? Not to worry. Last-minute finds can turn out to be the best of all. So check out these seven sound-savvy ideas to bring a smile to her face this Mother’s Day and […] The post Last-Minute Mother’s Day Shopping? ‘Hear, Hear’ for These Picks! appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Celebrate by Protecting Your Hearing Spring has sprung, and so has the annual cornucopia of sounds: birds singing, children laughing, neighbors chatting — and lawn equipment.   Your Loud Lawn Maintaining your burgeoning plant life is a noisy affair. Once you’ve used the mower, leaf blower, chain saw, and string trimmer, your ears have put […] The post April Is National Lawn and Garden Month appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Take in Some Stanzas for National Poetry Month in April It’s April, and that means poetry! Make it official, outspoken (#NationalPoetryMonth), or under the radar, but whatever you do, celebrate these poets with hearing loss and singular voices.   Gael Hannan A renowned humorist, author, and passionate advocate for hearing loss issues, Gael Hannan grew […] The post 7 Poets With Hearing Loss appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Quality of life is something that’s on everyone’s minds these days. How to live better, feel better, and make the most of the relationships and activities we enjoy. It’s no secret that health concerns can present challenges that affect our quality of life, and hearing loss and erectile dysfunction are two of them. These conditions […] The post Erectile Dysfunction and Hearing Loss appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

When Breaking Out the Power Tools, Protect Your Ears Since childhood, you’ve probably heard the warnings about loud noises and hearing loss. Maybe you’ve even experienced the sensation of ear pain, ringing in the ears, a headache, or a moment of hearing difficulty after the piercing bang of a firecracker, a blast from an MP3 […] The post How Loud Is It? appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

The Answer Hinges on a Few Variables A: It depends! Cleaning or replacing parts like tubes and filters keeps your technology in good shape for several years. Same for coming to see us for regular clean and checks. But that’s not the whole story. Your hearing aids do a lot for you — you might […] The post How Long Do Hearing Aids Last? appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more

Take a Closer Look With These 5 Facts What do hearing and your heart have in common? They both help you experience the world in your own unique way. And with National Heart Month celebrated in February, it’s a great time to talk about the importance of taking care of cardiovascular and ear health. They’re […] The post National Heart Month: Are Your Ears & Cardio Health Connected? appeared first on 1105 - AVG - Hearing Center of Sierra Vista ..read more