HEARING TIPS

Many physical, social and psychological conditions are associated with hearing. These include loneliness, isolation, depression, an increased risk of falling, cognitive decline that can result in memory impairment, dementia and more. Scientists continue to study other...

Did you know that having hearing loss puts you at an increased risk for cognitive issues? Research shows a clear link between the two conditions. Several studies have found that the worse your hearing loss is, the greater the chance you have of developing a cognitive...

If you’ve taken the first step toward better hearing by investing in hearing devices, you deserve to be congratulated. But satisfaction is not guaranteed by a simple purchase. You have a responsibility to develop good communication habits to maximize the benefits you...

The month of May is National Better Hearing Month and Precision Hearing of Clermont is encouraging area residents to make an appointment with an audiologist for a hearing test. “Healthy hearing means not waiting to check your hearing until hearing loss is so...

Everyone feels blue sometimes. However, if you have untreated hearing loss, you may find that these feelings tend to occur more frequently, linger longer and, for some people, won’t go away. That’s because having untreated hearing loss puts you at a greater risk for...

A little stress can be a good thing. It can motivate us to set and reach goals, take chances and learn new things. But when stress becomes overwhelming, life gets hard. You probably know the causes of stress—work, school, money, relationships—but did you know...

If you can pass a hearing test with flying colors but have trouble making out what your friends say in a noisy restaurant, you could have hidden hearing loss. Hidden hearing loss often goes undiagnosed because a standard audiogram, which measures your ability to hear...

If you have hearing loss, you may qualify for special tax deductions for hearing-care-related expenses that can help reduce your overall tax burden—and keep more money in your pocket. Enlisting the help of an accountant to determine your eligibility is always a good...

There are a lot of misconceptions about hearing loss, but we’re here to help set the record straight. Knowing the facts about your hearing health can help you make an informed decision about how to manage it in the future. Let’s take a look at some common hearing loss...

Share your story for a chance to win free hearing aids.   Precision Hearing’s lead audiologist, Dr. Kristen Weinbaum, is no stranger to hearing loss. Having lived with it since the age of five, she always wanted to help improve the lives of others through better...