Hearing aids are a marvel of modern technology. The relief they provide to millions of people cannot be understated, and we are fortunate to live in a time where such devices are available. However, these devices are only as good as the care they receive. They cannot...
Hearing Aids Or Prescription Hearing Aids – Is There A Difference?
“Hearing aids” used to be the go-to term used for what we know as a hearing treatment device, but no more; because in October 2021, the FDA released its proposed regulations for selling hearing aids in stores and online. The motivation behind this is laudable — to...
The ReSound One Hearing Device: Trialed And Tested By Patients
Not long ago, ReSound announced the release of their much-anticipated hearing technology, the ReSound ONE. If you’ve been following ReSound for a while now, then you’ll be aware of the high standing reputation they hold in the industry. Notably, there is a lot of...
What Is The Jabra Enhance Plus and Why Is It Causing A Stir In The Hearing World? Louisiana Doctor Of Audiology Shares Her Opinion
For one reason or another, there has always been this stigma surrounding hearing loss that it’s something that happens to the elderly, which seems to prevent people from giving it much thought even if they experience hearing challenges. The truth is, this is simply...
Are OTC Hearing Aids A Good Thing Or A Bad Thing for Hearing Care?
Although you might be able to clearly diagnose appendicitis using online diagnostic resources, would you attempt to remove your own appendix? Education regarding your general health and your hearing health is a positive investment of your energies and resources, but...
What Are OTC (Over-The-Counter) Hearing Aids?
The internet has provided individuals with a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of a wide variety of subjects, including hearing loss and hearing devices. Where a better understanding of these topics is beneficial, many also use the hearing tests...
Choosing A Hearing Aid Is Not As Black And White As You Might Think
When it comes to choosing a hearing aid, it can be tempting to think that hearing aids fall into three categories – poor, good, best. It doesn’t happen this way though. Since 1986, Acadian Hearing Services has established a reputation both locally, here in Lake...
What Is an OTC Device?
With May being Better Hearing and Speech Month, you might have read more about the OTC devices soon to come on the market as a quick fix for hearing loss. These will be FDA regulated, and the final rules and regulations regarding their sale are still being drafted. An...
Android’s Newest Feature Is a Game-Changer for the Hard of Hearing
Hearing loss affects approximately 466 million people across the globe. Most receive a significant boost to their quality of life through the use of hearing aids. Fortunately, the micro-digital technology world has made a powerful impact on the hearing aid industry,...
New Apple iOS 14 Has Feature to Help You Hear
On June 23rd, Apple unveiled its new iOS 14 at its annual WWDC Keynote. One of the most notable standout features is sound recognition, as well as some small improvements and features. This new accessibility tool could be particularly beneficial to those of us that...