For a long time, hearing aids have not been covered by the vast majority of insurance policies. This has presented a challenge for most people with hearing loss, as hearing aids are expensive and very much necessary for improved quality of life, but up until now needed to be paid for out of pocket. Now,… […]
Hearing Loss and Sex
We’ve often said that hearing loss can be a taboo subject for some people, because for some reason it carries a stigma. If that’s the case, then get ready for the true taboo subject, which is just another part of life that those suffering from hearing loss have to deal with—having sex with hearing loss.… […]
CES Hearing Tech Review: What’s New for 2020
This year, like every year, we look to the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) for the latest in hearing aid technology. Over the past few years, hearing technology has grown into a distinct segment of CES, which usually focuses more on consumer-facing electronics than medical devices. This has been great to see, because it helps to… […]
Learn About Our Partnership with Big Shoulders Fund
Chicago is a city that thrives when communities come together and lift each other up. This creates a circle of impact that leads to individuals feeling empowered to be the best version of themselves, therefore paying it forward to those around them. Chicago Hearing Services empowers its patients by providing custom care, plans and technology… […]
How the Age of Tech Is Removing the Stigma Around Wearing Hearing Aids
Hearing aids have been through several different perceptions in popular culture. At first, they were seen at modern marvels, miracles of technology that could let once deaf patients hear again. Then, as they became more mainstream hearing aids began to suffer from an image problem—those with hearing trouble were sometimes hesitant to wear a hearing… […]
The 4 Biggest Hearing Loss Myths and The Truths Behind Them
The world of hearing heath suffers from a lot of misconceptions and hearsay. As an audiologist, a part of my job is to educate patients and the general public about facts related to hearing health. Here are four of the most common hearing health myths, and the truth behind them: Nothing helps hearing loss —… […]
How to Extend the Life of Your Hearing Aids
For most of our patients, hearing aids are a significant investment. That means they have an interest in keeping them functional for as long as possible before having to upgrade to a new set. One question we hear pretty often is, “How can I keep my hearing aids working for as long as possible?” These… […]
Saving Your Hearing in the Armed Forces
Repeated exposure to loud noise is one of the most reliable ways to end up with hearing loss. Typically, OSHA sets certain standards for how loud a workplace can be so that employees who work there on a daily basis won’t lose their hearing — there are such things as mandated level of hearing protection.… […]
Applying for a Job for People with Hearing Loss
New hearing technologies have made it easier for those with hearing loss to be able to work in a typical environment. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified employees with disabilities. Nonetheless, those with hearing loss do have some unique challenges when applying for a job. We hope these tips will help you… […]
Severe Tinnitus and Suicidal Thoughts
Tinnitus is a truly strange auditory phenomenon. Usually a result of hearing loss, tinnitus manifests in a ringing noise that can be faint or loud, only there occasionally or frequently, in one ear or both. Based on its severity, people just ignore it, or they can seek treatment. Unfortunately, the best available treatment for tinnitus… […]