Feel Empowered and Connected With These Helpful Hints Communication can be challenging in everyday life. Coupled with the hustle and potential stress of the holiday season, it can feel even more overwhelming. And with nearly 1 in 5 people living with hearing loss — including a large percentage who go untreated — chances are that […] The post ‘Tis the Season: 5 Tips for Better Holiday Communication appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

Early Stages of Hearing Loss Are Very Subtle When you think of hearing loss, what image comes to mind? A common image of hearing loss is someone cupping their hand around their ear and leaning in to hear better. But by the time someone needs to do that, their hearing loss has been growing for […] The post Hearing Loss Doesn’t Sound Like Hearing Loss appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

A lot of things cause headaches, but your hearing aids? Maybe. Read on for how it’s possible and what can be done about it. The post Headaches Caused by Hearing Aids? appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

Are Portable Music Players Hurting Your Hearing? You probably often use your tablet or smartphone to stream music, TV shows, or movies. In fact, many websites these days auto-play videos regardless of whether you want them to or not. Smartphones, tablets, and other types of portable music players are now commonplace, as are earbuds and […] The post Turn the Music Up, Dude — But Not Past 85 Decibels appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

From Silence to Sound: Treating One of the Most Important Senses With nearly 1 in 5 people worldwide living with hearing loss, an often chronic health condition affecting individuals of every age, many wonder whether there’s a cure. After all, having a cure would not only boost communication but also help address the social isolation, […] The post Q&A: Can Hearing Loss Be Cured? appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

Here’s What You’re Missing When Skipping the Devices Wait — don’t mothball those hearing aids! Even after being properly fitted with technology, some hearing aid users fall out of the habit of wearing their devices. Rather than help the person hear better, live healthier, and engage with the world, the hearing aids sit idle collecting […] The post 5 Reasons to Wear Your Hearing Aids appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

Whether You’re 7 or 70, Hearing Protection Is a Must! Outdoor adventures, music festivals, yard parties… these are all summer events that we look forward to all year! While soaking up the sunshine and reveling in summer fun, it’s important to remember to protect your hearing. From the youngest to the oldest among us, spending […] The post Protect Your Hearing This Summer — At Any Age! appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

A Healthy Brain: The Gift of Expert Hearing Care Think of human health as a large spiderweb — a vast labyrinth of interconnected systems with profound implications for overall well-being. One connection has drawn increased attention in recent years: The link between hearing health and brain health. As we dive into the clinical realities of […] The post Expert Hearing Care Can Lead to a Healthy Brain appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

Extend the Life of Your Hearing Devices With Routine Care Hearing aids can connect us to what matters most, which is why it’s so important that they are well cared for and always operating at their best. Provide them the care they need, and you can extend the life of your technology, reduce wear and […] The post 5 Signs It’s Time for a Hearing Aid Tune-Up appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more

From Batteries to Cleaning Kits, We’re Covering the Bases Heading off on a trip? Your trusty hearing devices are ready to make it even more awesome! Whether you’re exploring new cities or taking solace in nature, these little helpers are there to keep you connected to all the new sounds around you. Picture this: bustling […] The post Traveling? 8 Tips for Better Hearing on the Go appeared first on 1101 - Ray - Affiliated Audiology Consultants, Inc ..read more