Patient Resources
Ear Protection = The New Sunglasses
You understand the importance of wearing sunscreen to protect your skin and sunglasses to shield your eyes, but do you give much thought to protecting your ears? Many people don't worry about ear protection until they start to experience hearing loss. But with the...
What Are The Different Types of Hearing Loss?
Most people don’t realize that there are different types of hearing loss. For most, it’s a case of just not being able to hear properly and that’s that. Right now, 1 in 10 American people suffer with some degree of hearing loss – that’s around 48 million people! The...
Do I Need a Hearing Test?
If you’re asking yourself the question, “Do I need a hearing test?” you might be worried that you have a hearing loss or you may just be the kind of person who likes to get ahead of the game when it comes to potential health issues. Either way, it is important to get...
10 Tips for Preserving Your Hearing
World Hearing Day is coming up soon. March 3 marks the day that we raise awareness of hearing loss. Here at Acadian Hearing, we care about your hearing every day though, so right now we’d like to give you some tips on looking after your hearing. Tip 1: Be aware...
The Importance of Early Detection of Hearing Loss in Older Adults
If the paint on your car gets scratched, you might put off getting it fixed until you’ve got time to take it into the body shop. If your shoes are starting to wear out, you might wait until there are holes in your soles before you buy a new pair. And if your hearing...
Relationship Challenges For The Hard of Hearing
If you have a hearing loss or someone you love has a hearing loss, you will know how hard it can be. Left untreated, hearing loss can put a strain on a relationship. Here at Acadian Hearing, one of the most fulfilling aspects of our work is getting to see the joy on...
4 Famous NFL Players With Hearing Loss
We’re all big football fans here at Acadian Hearing, and each year we look forward to football season as summer winds down to fall. Their athleticism is impressive, both on and off the field, but did you know that several famous NFL players have hearing loss? Hearing...
Everything You Need To Know About Thyroid Disease & Hearing Loss
Most of us have encountered hearing loss in some way or other, perhaps through personal experience or through interactions with an elderly relative. But thyroid disease may not be something you are so familiar with, despite 20 million Americans suffering from it. You...
Why You Should Choose An Audiologist To Treat Your Hearing Loss
If you’ve been experiencing problems with your hearing, you may be wondering what to do about it. If you’re undecided about where to go for help, advice and treatment for your hearing issues, you’re not alone. There are plenty of people in the same boat living with...
A Quick Guide To Hearing Aid Styles
Hearing aids are available in a variety of styles designed to meet many different cosmetic preferences and address different hearing loss needs. Your hearing care professional can help you identify which hearing aid styles are appropriate for your specific needs and...