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Can Hearing Aids Help You Live Longer?

Feb 19, 2026

New Study Suggests They Might, But There’s a Catch Hey there! Ever wondered if wearing hearing aids could actually help you live longer? Well, recent research seems to suggest just that—but there’s a twist: you have to use them regularly for the magic to...

Tinnitus Awareness Week: Bringing Understanding to a Common but Misunderstood Condition

Feb 3, 2026

Tinnitus Awareness Week, observed during Tinnitus Awareness Month, is dedicated to increasing understanding of tinnitus and the challenges it creates for millions of people. Tinnitus is often described as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or humming in the ears, even when no...

WHAT IS THE NUMBER ONE CAUSE OF HEARING LOSS?

Jan 15, 2026

If I asked you what you think the number one cause of hearing loss is, what would you say? Most people answer noise, loud concerts, machinery, or years of exposure to high-volume environments. While noise absolutely plays a role, the truth may surprise you. The number...

What are the Stages of Hearing Loss?

Dec 11, 2025

Understanding the Journey: Navigating the Stages of Hearing Loss If you or a loved one have hearing loss, you are probably used to hearing words like ‘I lost 40% hearing in my right ear’ or ‘my doctor told me I have a mild hearing loss’ or (our personal pet peeve)...

Avoiding a Traumatic Fall in Wisconsin

Nov 12, 2025

Most of us remember a time when we would (literally) fall down and get right back up. But this doesn’t seem to be the case as we get older. Falling can be one of the most devastating events in an adult’s life and can lead to the loss of independence, or worse. In the...

The Dangers of Workplace Noise in Wisconsin

Oct 17, 2025

How Occupational Noise Impacts Hearing HealthOccupational noise impacts not only hearing health but also overall health, productivity, and safety. So what can be done to protect workers? This is a subject that has taken a back seat with workers, bosses, and company...

How to Find the Best Audiologist Near Me

Sep 16, 2025

When you notice changes in your hearing or begin experiencing ringing in your ears, the first thought many people have is, “I need to find an audiologist near me.” With so many options available, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. Choosing the right...

Understanding Tinnitus Masking in La Crosse WI

Jul 11, 2025

Finding Relief from the Ringing If you’re one of the millions dealing with that persistent ringing, buzzing, or humming in your ears—known as tinnitus—you’re not alone. While there’s no one-size-fits-all fix, one technique has brought relief to many: tinnitus masking...

How To Avoid Triggering Your Tinnitus in Wisconsin

Jun 6, 2025

Mastering Tinnitus Management: How To Avoid Triggering Your Tinnitus in Wisconsin Tinnitus, even when being properly treated, can be triggered, or exacerbated by a variety of factors. Let’s take this chapter to review some of the more common triggers that you can...

The Hearing Loss and Diabetes Connection in Wisconsin

May 5, 2025

Do you or someone you know have diabetes? Did you know that there is a significant connection between diabetes and hearing loss in Wisconsin? Hearing loss happens for many reasons. But this article is going to focus on the connection between hearing loss and diabetes,...