Sleep Apnea Linked to Affective Disorders in Pennsylvania
Pottstown residents who have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at risk of developing some serious health complications. Physical health isn’t the only thing affected; they may experience affective disorders such as depression and anxiety, according to new research. The risks of Sleep Apnea What is obstructive sleep apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is…
Is Deep Brain Stimulation the Key to Tinnitus Relief?
Plenty of people in West Grove experience tinnitus; this ringing in the ears affects about 50 million Americans, which translates to one in five Pennsylvanians. There is no cure for tinnitus, but a brain implant might offer a solution for those with severe tinnitus in the near future. Why a Tinnitus Cure is Hard to…
On a Needle-to-Know Basis: Will Acupuncture Help Hearing Loss?
Coatesville residents looking for alternative medicines to treat common health conditions often turn to acupuncture. This ancient Chinese remedy is believed to have healing properties that help patients with a wide variety of ailments. Can it work for hearing loss and tinnitus? Acupuncture & Healing What is acupuncture? Chinese medical practitioners have been using acupuncture…
Expand Your Hearing Health Knowledge for National Audiology Awareness Month
October isn’t just the month when leaves change, Halloween decorations go up and you nearly OD on pumpkin spice flavors; it’s also National Audiology Awareness Month. Established in 2008 by the American Academy of Audiology, its intent is to raise awareness about hearing health and the importance of hearing protection. Considering that hearing loss affects…
How to Beat Fall Allergies
Now that it’s officially fall, people in Blue Bell are preparing for the season with hayrides, mulled cider and pumpkin-flavored everything. You might also want to break out the Kleenex, because autumn is also synonymous with allergies. Yes, Autumn Allergies are a “Thing” Many people associate allergies with the spring and summer months, but just…
Walk4Hearing
PENTA is a proud supporter of this year’s Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Walk4Hearing event in Philadelphia on October 20. What Is the Walk4Hearing? This national event is held at cities across America to raise awareness about hearing loss, good hearing health and communication access. Since 2006, those with hearing loss, their families, friends…
Hearing Aids May Help Your Marriage
The physical, mental and psychological effects of hearing loss in Abington are well-known. Its impact on your marriage is less obvious, but for many couples, a hearing impairment leads to a lack of intimacy and eventually, a call to an attorney. Hearing aids may actually help improve your relationship. How Hearing Loss Affects Relationships How…
Pennsylvania Passes Legislation Declaring September “Newborn Screening Awareness Month”
Approximately 2-3 out of every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss in Pennsylvania. Recognizing the need to educate the public on the importance of newborn hearing screenings, the Pennsylvania legislature just passed a resolution designating September Newborn Screening Awareness Month. The Importance of Newborn Hearing Screenings Hearing loss negatively impacts the quality of life for…
Cigarette Smoke Makes Head & Neck Cancers More Aggressive
The fact that cigarettes are bad for your health shouldn’t come as a surprise to anybody. The Surgeon General has been warning about the dangers of smoking for decades and the list of health complications caused by cigarettes is lengthy. Evidence shows that smokers in Phoenixville not only have a much higher risk of developing…
2019 Top Physicians Announced
Every year, Suburban Life Magazine askes their readers to cast their votes for the physicians they turn to in matters of life and limb. This year the magazine is featuring more than 350 physicians in 41 disciplines, from aesthetic medicine to vascular surgery. These men and women are among the finest physicians the Greater Philadelphia…
