A study was recently published that links social isolation and loneliness to premature mortality—a horrifying but true statement. The team of researchers from Harbin Medical University took on a comprehensive meta-analysis that examined 90 studies and over two million...
Effective Earwax Removal Techniques: A Guide by The Hearing Center MCC
When was the last time you cleaned your ears? Managing cerumen, or earwax, is very important to maintaining good ear health and clear hearing. With a buildup of earwax, you could face hearing loss challenges, trouble staying steady on your feet, and headaches. Of...
The Hidden Consequences of Hearing Loss
Experiencing hearing loss affects more than just our auditory perception. Recent studies, subjected to rigorous scientific review, reveal a concerning correlation between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline, underscoring the broader consequences of neglected...
Your Comprehensive Walkthrough of the Different Ways to Treat a Hearing Loss
If you or someone you care about is seeking solutions for hearing loss, the amount of available options can be overwhelming. When doing research online, you might come across conflicting information. If you’re confused about where to turn, don’t worry. Hearing loss is...
Decoding the Link Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline: Insights from The Hearing Center
Experiencing hearing loss affects more than just our auditory perception. Recent studies, subjected to rigorous scientific review, reveal a concerning correlation between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline, underscoring the broader consequences of neglected...
When Your Ear Listens to Your Heart: The Mystery of Pulsatile Tinnitus
Many people have experienced the strange sensation of hearing their heartbeat in their ear. It can be a concerning experience if it happens frequently, but rest assured, you're not alone. This phenomenon is known as pulsatile tinnitus, and it affects thousands of...
A Firsthand Look at Presbycusis and Its Effects on You and Your Family
Presbycusis is an increasingly common condition that affects millions of adults. It is a gradual hearing loss that begins after age 30 and typically worsens over time. As of 2018, the World Health Organization estimated that presbycusis affects over one-third of...
What Can I Do To Help A Loved One With Hearing Loss?
Little things, such as turning the volume up too high on the TV or asking you to repeat yourself more and more frequently, are gradual indicators that your loved one has or is developing a hearing loss. Although these things are annoying, when your loved one begins to...
Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline?
Our hearing is more important to everyday life than we’d like to admit. As one of our most used senses, we always encourage the residents of North Florida to do everything they can to protect their hearing and ensure its health. We know that if left untreated, there...
How a Deaf Woman Discovered Her Love for Playing Cello
Up until she was five years old, Paola Beals – at the time living in Bolivia – had no problems with her hearing, but all that changed when she got the measles and a nurse damaged her hearing by cleaning out her ears with too much water pressure. With no government...