For many Long Islanders, hearing loss is an inevitable part of the aging process. Older adults often struggle to hear and participate in conversations with their loved ones, leading to feelings of ...

It's easy enough to restore 20/20 eyesight with glasses or contacts. But even state-of-the-art digital hearing aids can't perfectly restore hearing for people whose inner ears have been damaged by ...

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Peter Dixon about the impact of hearing loss on quality of life and overall ...

The three types of hearing loss are sensorineural, conductive, and mixed hearing loss. They each involve different parts of the ear and may have varying causes and treatments. Hearing loss in one or ...

Due to a genetic condition, Ella Coonen, 17, is rapidly losing her hearing. She made a bucket list of sounds she wants to hear while she still can, such as a waterfall and a choir singing. "The Sound ...

For many, hearing is a silent gift, unnoticed until it begins to fade. In Kenya, where conversations weave through matatus, marketplaces and homesteads, the gift of hearing is often taken for granted.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am an RN-Attorney with significant experience in both professions. When you speak to your aging parent, do they keep saying, ...

Hearing loss can significantly impact balance in seniors because the inner ear also plays a crucial role in maintaining balance. Balance disorders cause people to feel dizzy, lightheaded, and unsteady ...

Chances are good that there's somebody in your life who should be using a hearing aid. About 30 million adults in America need hearing aids, but only about 20% use them. Hearing loss is not just an ...

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. Experts warn Kenyans about preventable hearing loss amid rising risks from noise pollution ...