Dr. Rebecca Young, an audiologist with Beltone Hearing Aid Center in Eau Claire, WI, was recently featured in a local news story that has now been syndicated to other news stations. I’m excited to share more about the story with you, as it covers some very important...
One of the biggest barriers we see at Beltone Hearing is the hesitation to seek treatment for hearing loss. People often wait to treat their hearing loss until it becomes unbearable to continue, or worse yet, they ignore their hearing challenges altogether, becoming...
As hearing aid specialists, we’ve seen many patients suffering from tinnitus. Tinnitus is when you hear buzzing, ringing, hissing, or even musical sounds that aren’t actually present in the environment – it’s the audio equivalent of a desert mirage. While tinnitus can...
It is a generally accepted fact in the hearing community that hearing impairments and diabetes type 1 and type 2 are linked. This connection makes diabetes a high risk factor for acquiring a hearing loss, with some studies showing that adults with diabetes are twice...
Hearing loss is more common than most people think. One in eight people in the United States ages 12 years or older – approx. 30 million people – have a hearing loss in both ears.
When you visit Beltone Hearing, we will use our comprehensive tests to find out the extent and type of your hearing loss. This will help us to guide you towards a better hearing experience with lifestyle tips, care advice, and the right equipment. There are two types...
Do you remember how indestructible your parents seemed when you were a kid? It’s hard to let go of that image, even as adults. When the health of elderly loved ones starts to fail, it doesn’t just affect them but their families too. So it is essential to understand...
We all do it. Every single one of us has something in our lives that we've been putting off. It could be cleaning out the garage, fixing the dripping faucet, or finally getting around to reading that book your friend recommended. There's no harm in putting things off...
It could be challenging for those unfamiliar with the hard of hearing community to find a competent and non-offensive way to communicate with individuals who belong to this group. A common misconception when interacting with an individual who is hard of hearing is...
Has your loved one recently received treatment for hearing loss? Regaining the ability to hear with new hearing aids is a moment filled with anticipation. You've likely been eagerly awaiting the improved communication with your loved one. But, it's important to have...