Archive for November, 2009

Iowa Budget Cuts Affect Childrens Hearing

Friday, November 20th, 2009

State budget cuts in Iowa have recently affected programs that help provide services for senior citizens and children with hearing loss.  The Hearing Aids and Audiological Services Program has been suspended as a part of the recent budget cuts in the state.

This budget cut has a huge effect on many families who state that they would not be able to provide hearing aids and devices for their children unless the program existed.

The governor’s office in the state said that it will attempt to restore funding to the program whenever the budget can be brought back under control.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

Video Games May Lead to Hearing Loss

Monday, November 16th, 2009

The rate at which video games have advanced in the last few years is really amazing.  Almost 15 years ago,  video games were simple games that did not have much substance.  Now,  video games contain amazing effects and sounds that are really stunning.  This upgrade in sounds and looks does have a danger though.

It is reported that many children play their games far too loud.  It is worse when many children sit too close to the TV while playing a game and having the  TV too loud.  These two factors together could lead to hearing and eye problems in the future.  Talking to young children about the appropriate volume for video games will be important to build good habits young.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

Hearing Awareness

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Many groups are attempting to raise awareness on hearing loss.  Organizations throughout the country are attempting to raise awareness about hearing loss and other hearing related issues.

Fundraisers,  walks,  and auctions are just a few of the many events that are being sponsored by a variety of organizations. Hearing loss is an important issue that affects millions around America.  It is important to get the message out about hearing loss and raise awareness.  The future benefits of getting these messages out could help improve countless lives.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

Motorcycles Connected to Hearing Loss

Monday, November 9th, 2009

A recent report indicates that hearing loss may be connected with riding a motorcycle.  While riding on a loud motorcycle,  many individuals are exposed to loud noises connected with the vehicle.  Further,  when individuals ride they are also exposed to the winds and noise of traveling at a high rate of speed.  These factors together can cause damage to an individual’s hearing.

For individuals who ride a motorcycle,  it is recommended that the individual wear a helmet.  Some helmets are able to reduce the exposure to extremely loud noises when riding a motorcycle.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

Hearing Loss Occurring in Younger Individuals

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Hearing loss is no longer a condition that affects individuals over a certain age in their later years.  The current culture of America and a lot of the technology of this culture is causing a rapid increase of hearing loss at a younger age.

Experts are currently discussing the best way to address this problem before it becomes even more serious in the future.  Many experts believe that education will be the most important step in solving this problem.  Early education on hearing protection and preventive measures to prevent hearing loss can go along ways in teaching children and young adults about hearing loss.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.