Working in an office environment poses specific obstacles when you have hearing loss. Telephone communication, deciphering conversation from background noise, and missing out on important information during meetings are just a few of the challenges. Here are a few tips to help you succeed on the job. Be open and honest with your supervisors and […]
William Shatner battled alien threats during his long career on Star Trek, but the actor has been battling a real life threat, tinnitus, for years. Tinnitus manifests itself as ringing or noise in the ears or head. Although most of us have experienced that sensation, usually after concerts or other loud event, some people suffer […]
Although hearing loss affects individuals of all ages and from vastly different walks of life, there’s one group in particular with an alarmingly high risk of developing the condition: military personnel. The noise of loud equipment and vehicles, gunfire and roadside bombs are taking their toll on members of our armed forces, with over one […]
