Imagine you're sitting in a crowded restaurant, and someone is trying to talk to you. However, the noise around you makes it difficult to understand what they're saying. The words you do manage to hear are all mixed up and don't make any sense. This makes it harder...
Understanding the Three Most Common Causes for Hearing Aid Repairs
When it comes to maintaining optimal hearing aid performance, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Even the most advanced hearing aids can encounter issues that necessitate repairs. Understanding the most common causes for hearing aid repairs can empower...
The Ultimate Guide to Hearing Care Solutions in Atlanta: Monica Walker’s Expert Take
Let’s face it: Navigating the world of hearing care can be downright daunting. If you’re here, it’s likely that you or a loved one is grappling with hearing challenges, and you’re not alone. According to the World Health Organization, by 2050 the number of people with...
Know Someone Who’s Considering Treating Their Hearing Loss? Show Them These Patient Stories
Every day I embark on a wonderful journey with individuals like you. It’s a journey to restore not just the ability to hear, but to reconnect with the world and enrich life experiences. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of assisting countless individuals, each...
Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Hearing Loss: Social Isolation and Early Mortality
Recent headlines, particularly a revealing CNN Health article, have highlighted the concerning connection between social isolation and a heightened risk of premature death. The findings from a meticulous meta-analysis of over two million adults across 90...
Understanding Hearing Aid Costs: A Comprehensive Guide by Monica Walker
As a leading hearing care expert, I am often asked questions about the cost of hearing aids. It's understandable; investing in your hearing health is a significant decision and you need all the information to make an informed choice. Today, I want to address this...
Pros and Cons of Over-the-Counter and Prescription Hearing Aids: Personalizing Your Hearing Care Journey
If you’re struggling to hear in certain environments or situations, you may be considering an over-the counter (OTC) hearing aid. You are certainly free to make your own decisions about your hearing health. A change in FDA regulations has cleared the way for OTC...
The Silent Alarm: Recognizing the Warning Signs of Sudden Hearing Loss
Do your ears feel stuffy? Are you struggling with dizziness or vertigo? Is there ringing or buzzing in your ears? If so, you could be experiencing symptoms of sudden hearing loss. Experts estimate that SSHL (sudden sensorineural hearing loss) strikes between one and...
Preventing Hearing Loss: Promoting Hearing Health at Every Stage of Life
Recent statistics show that hearing loss affects approximately 48 million Americans. While hearing challenges are more common among aging adults, people of all ages can experience hearing loss and its negative effects on their mental and physical health,...
The AI Takeover: How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Hearing Care
Most people have a distorted view of artificial intelligence, or AI, applying fantastic notions of all-powerful robots taking over the world, which come from Hollywood sci-fi thrillers. Despite the hype, AI is still nothing more than advanced processing that applies...