Medical Center Hearing Aids

10/12/2026

Common dizziness drug class shows promise for treating vestibular migraine.

A new study finds that a class of oral and intranasal medications known as gepants may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for vestibular migraine (VM). The findings are published in the journal Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

10/08/2026

Love live music? Protecting your hearing doesn’t mean missing the show.

Simple steps like wearing well-fitted earplugs, giving yourself some distance from speakers, taking quiet breaks, and keeping things quieter after the event can help you enjoy the music while being kinder to your ears.

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Wear well-fitted protection, create distance from loudspeakers, take quiet breaks, and limit additional noise afterward.

10/06/2026

🏥 Getting inpatient care? A little planning can help keep your hearing aids safe and ready when you need them.

Give your hearing aids a safe spot.

🏥 Use a labeled container
🍽️ Keep them off food trays
👖 Skip pockets
💬 Share your hearing needs

Look out for your hearing aids, and stay connected when it matters most.

10/05/2026

Vestibular rehab is important for acute vertigo, regardless of delivery mode.

Solmaz Surano, M.D., Ph.D., from Ume? University in Sweden, and colleagues evaluated the efficacy of an internet-based VR tool for reducing vestibular symptoms after acute-onset vertigo.

09/29/2026

🍂 Fall can get loud! From cheering in the stands to tackling yardwork, protecting your hearing now can help reduce your risk of noise-induced hearing loss.

🏟️ Wear hearing protection at loud sporting events.
🎶 Bring earplugs to fall festivals, concerts, and other events with loud music.
🍃 Use hearing protection when leaf blowing, mowing, or using power tools.
🦌 Protect your ears while hunting or recreational shooting.
🎧 Follow the 60/60 rule: Keep volume under 60% and listening under 60 minutes.

Need protection that fits your ears and your lifestyle? Contact us to learn more about custom hearing protection.

09/28/2026

Audiogram pattern predicts recovery in sudden hearing loss.

The configuration of the initial pure-tone audiogram is an independent predictor of complete recovery in idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSNHL), according to a study published online June 17 in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

09/24/2026

Did you know your ears are designed to clean themselves?

Earwax naturally moves outward, carrying debris with it. For most people, that means routine ear cleaning isn’t necessary.

Putting cotton swabs or other objects into the ear canal can push wax deeper and increase the risk of impaction. If you notice a plugged sensation or a change in hearing, have your ears evaluated rather than trying to remove the wax yourself.

Check out this helpful article that explains how the ear’s natural cleaning process works.

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Cerumen (earwax) moves like a conveyor belt, removing the debris laterally and outward toward the opening of the ear canal where it flakes off. 

09/22/2026

🌳 Healthy Aging Month is a great reminder that staying connected is an important part of aging well.

If you’ve noticed someone asking others to repeat themselves, turning up the TV, or having difficulty following conversations, it may be time to talk about hearing loss.

A little patience, understanding, and support can help make that conversation easier. Use these tips to help start the discussion. When your loved one is ready to take the next step, contact us to schedule a hearing consultation.

09/21/2026

Hearing aid use linked to 23% lower dementia risk in people with both epilepsy and hearing loss.

Adults with both epilepsy and hearing loss who use hearing aids may have a 23% lower risk of developing dementia than those who do not, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2026.

09/15/2026

🚨 During National Preparedness Month, make sure your emergency plan accounts for hearing loss.

If you have trouble hearing, a few extra steps can help you stay informed when severe weather or natural disasters strike:

📱 Enable emergency alerts and visual or vibration notifications on your devices.
🌪️ Sign up for local weather and emergency warnings.
👥 Create a communication plan with family, friends, or neighbors.
🔋 Keep hearing aids, chargers, and extra batteries with your emergency supplies.

Preparation can make all the difference. Take time this month to make your emergency plan more hearing friendly.