Game On, Volume Down: Study Urges Gamers to Protect Their Ears
Time flies when you’re having fun—especially when playing video games. But spending too many hours advancing through the Flower Kingdom in “Super Mario Bros. Wonder” or scoring touchdowns in “Madden NFL 24” could have an unexpected side effect. Recent research has found that individuals who play video games regularly are at a higher risk for…
TikTok-ers Claim This Viral Bedtime ‘Mocktail’ Can Help You Sleep
Did you spend all last night tossing and turning? TikTok wellness influencers would recommend you sip a sleepy girl mocktail—a mix of tart cherry juice, magnesium powder and a splash of seltzer—to get more shuteye. Wondering if it works? According to scientific evidence, the answer is probably not. A Closer Look at the Mocktail’s Ingredients …
Regularly Wearing Hearing Aids May Help You Live Longer
Want more time to enjoy the good things in life? According to a new study, hearing aids could boost your longevity—if you wear them consistently to treat hearing loss. The study found that regular hearing aid users may experience a 24% lower mortality risk than those who never use them. It also revealed no significant…
Your Cozy Abode Might Be Fueling Your Allergies This Winter
Does cold winter weather have you hunkering down at home in hibernation mode? If so, you’re probably tempted to turn the thermostat way up, which can hurt more than just your finances (hello, huge heating bill)—it can also harm your health. How Dry Heat Contributes to Allergy and Sinus Issues Cranking up the heat can…
What To Know About Tympanosclerosis
Tympanosclerosis is a post-inflammatory condition affecting the tympanic membrane, or eardrum, and middle ear. Tympanosclerosis can result in hearing loss or be asymptomatic and occurs due to chronic inflammation in the middle ear. There are various causes for tympanosclerosis, and the reason will determine the course of action for treatment. Symptoms And Causes Tympanosclerosis is…
Direct Laryngoscopy: What To Expect
You may have heard the term “voice box” before. Your voice box, also called your larynx, sits above your trachea (windpipe) and behind your esophagus. It makes it possible for you to call out to your friends at Armentrout Preserve, talk on the phone and sing your favorite songs. Not only does your voice box…
What To Know About Benign Laryngeal Tumors
A benign laryngeal tumor is a noncancerous growth in the throat. Benign laryngeal tumors can occur in children and adults and typically have a positive outlook due to being noncancerous. The most common symptom of onset is hoarseness, so if you’ve found yourself losing your voice during coffee chats at Top Hat Café, read on…
Why Am I Coughing at Night?
Feeling fine all day only to find that you have a persistent cough when it’s time to go to bed can seem a little strange, but there are actually a few different reasons this may happen. Common Causes of a Nighttime Cough Two common causes of a nighttime cough include gastroesophageal reflux disease and postnasal…
Could You Have Reactive Tinnitus?
If you’ve noticed that your tinnitus (ringing in your ears) worsens when exposed to everyday sounds in your environment, you may be experiencing reactive tinnitus. According to Brian Taylor, Au.D., senior director of audiology at Signia, “Reactive tinnitus is a form of tinnitus that changes in loudness, quality or pitch, in response to average or…
Why Do You Clear Your Throat (And How to Care For It)
Throat clearing, though a common occurrence, can become problematic when persistent, indicating underlying health issues and has the ability to damage your vocal cords. To ensure a healthy throat, it’s crucial to prioritize prevention and effective management strategies. Prevention Tactics Taking proactive measures to prevent persistent throat clearing involves adopting healthy habits and recognizing potential…