Can CBD Help Relieve Ringing in the Ears, a.k.a. Tinnitus?
Although there’s no cure for tinnitus, there are multiple ways to manage it. In recent years, some people have tried a new technique—consuming cannabidiol, a.k.a. CBD. What the Research Shows Very few human clinical studies testing CBD as a treatment for tinnitus exist, and the ones that do have mixed results, with none showing patients…
It’s Wintertime Shot Season! Maximize Protection From Flu, Covid-19 and RSV With These Helpful Tips
Timing is everything when it comes to getting your shots. To ensure you’ll receive the greatest benefit from each vaccination in prep for another winter virus season, follow our guidelines below on when to receive them. Not sure if you’re eligible? The Covid-19 booster and flu shot are recommended for everyone six months and older,…
Why Hearing Aids Age Quickly & When to Replace Them
No product lasts forever, including your hearing aids. Most will function well for three to seven years, so you’ll likely need to replace them every five years on average. Wondering why they have such a short lifespan? Several factors cause hearing aids to age quickly—here are a few. When to Buy New Hearing Aids Consider…
Five Foods to Fight Off the Wintertime Allergy, Cold and Flu Season
Ensuring your immune system stays strong—and you stay healthy—this winter could be as simple as adding these vitamin- and mineral-rich foods to your plate. Spinach There’s a reason spinach made Popeye feel stronger—it’s packed with vitamins, protein and iron! The vitamin C in spinach increases your iron uptake to enhance red blood cell functioning, vitamin…
What Are Your Ménière’s Disease Symptom Management Options?
Ménière’s disease is an uncommon disease characterized by hearing loss, tinnitus and impactful vertigo. It’s difficult to diagnose due to its symptoms resembling those of other diseases. It progresses slowly and significantly impacts an individual. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Ménière’s disease, you may be wondering how to manage your…
What are Common Causes of Voice Hoarseness?
Voice hoarseness, or dysphonia, is when your voice sounds hoarse, raspy or strained. It’s very common and likely to occur in one in three people during their life. It’s also rarely a sign of serious illness and can have a multitude of causes. Symptoms of Hoarseness Hoarseness is common among those who use their voice…
What To Know About Otomycosis
Otomycosis is a fungal ear infection affecting the outer ear. Fungal ear infections are less common than bacterial infections, making up 10% of all outer ear infections. If you’ve started to have ear pain after time spent in Victory Park, consider contacting your hearing specialist. Otomycosis Symptoms Otomycosis can affect one or both ears and occurs…
How to Manage GERD for Better Sleep
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition wherein the stomach contents move up the esophagus, the tube that brings food and liquid to the stomach. Stomach contents rising through the esophagus is often described as a feeling of acid rising in the throat. GERD can cause discomfort in the daytime and affect your sleep at…
How Can You Relieve Ear Pressure?
Ear pressure is the feeling that your ears are full, stuffy or plugged. Often compared to the sensation of having water in your ears, ear pressure occurs when your Eustachian tubes become blocked. The Eustachian tube is the thin tube connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose responsible for balancing pressure in…
What Is a Perforated Eardrum and How Can You Treat It?
A ruptured or perforated eardrum is a hole or tear in the eardrum. The eardrum is essential to the correct functioning of the hearing system. When sound enters your outer ear, your eardrum vibrates. The vibrations signal your auditory nerve, sending the signals to the brain to be translated into sound. A rupture in the eardrum…