The new year brings with it a time for goal setting and resolutions to carry us through 2025 and beyond. If one of your resolutions this year is to take care of your hearing, you’re in the right place. By 2050, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 2.5...
Lori Losey Lovato MA, FAAA, Audiologist
Lori Losey Lovato MA, FAAA, Audiologist
The Unlikely Connection Between Your Hearing and Fall Risk
Did you know that your ears aren’t just to help you hear, but they help you stay steady on your feet, too? Your vestibular system, housed in your inner ear in the cochlea, is crucial to keeping your balance and maintaining your equilibrium. When you’re dealing with a...
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Children The Silent Epidemic
Many of us don’t have hearing loss on our radar, as it’s a challenge that our grandparents or great-grandparents face later in life. However, recent studies show that hearing loss affects far more than just the older generation— increasingly loud noise exposure is...
Apple’s Hearing Aid Features Released | Our Initial Impressions
Today, October 28, 2024, Apple released its iOS 18.1 software, which includes the long-anticipated hearing health features. This release has been a long time coming, as we have closely monitored the progress, announcements, and initial rumors over the past nine...
Apple Officially Announces a Hearing Test and Hearing Aid Feature | What This Means
Yesterday (September 9, 2024), Apple held an online event to make a number of announcements about their next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Having shared that Apple was rumored to be launching a 'Hearing Aid Mode' earlier this year, we watched with...
Sound Audiology & Hearing Aids Wins Tri-Cities Best Award for 2024!
We are thrilled to announce that Sound Audiology & Hearing Aids has been named one of the best hearing health clinics in the Tri-Cities region for 2024! This incredible honor comes as part of the Tri-Cities Best contest, where businesses across various industries...
Explore Top Hearing Aid Brands at Sound Audiology & Hearing Aids
Sound Audiology & Hearing Aids believes that finding the right hearing aid is crucial to improving your quality of life. That’s why we offer a wide selection of hearing aids from the industry’s leading manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for advanced features,...
The Many Causes of Hearing Loss: Understanding the Risks
Hearing loss can be a distressing and life-altering condition, affecting millions of people worldwide. While some factors contributing to hearing damage are well known, others may come as a surprise. In this article, we'll explore various causes of hearing damage,...
Tinnitus, Middle Ear Myoclonus, and Advanced Treatments
Hearing a constant ringing, buzzing, or humming in your ears can be incredibly distressing. If you've ever asked, "Why are my ears ringing?" or "Why do I hear ringing in my ears?" you're not alone. These auditory sensations, known as tinnitus, affect millions of...
How to Safely Remove Earwax: A Guide by Sound Audiology & Hearing Aids
If you’re feeling like your ears are clogged, you may have built-up earwax. Don’t worry – this is normal. Earwax serves the important function of protecting your inner ears from dirt and bacteria. However, sometimes it can build up and cause headaches, a feeling of...