“What?”“Can you say that again?”“I heard you—I just didn’t understand what you said.” If those phrases have become part of your everyday vocabulary, your hearing may be trying to tell you something. October is Audiology Awareness Month, making it a great time to pay a little more attention to your hearing health. Hearing changes often happen gradually, so many people
As children head back to school, parents are busy checking off school supplies, adjusting bedtime routines, and preparing for another year of learning. But one important part of school readiness can be overlooked: your child’s hearing. Hearing plays an important role in communication, classroom participation, and learning. Even a mild hearing problem can make it difficult for a child to
A stuffy nose is easy to ignore. Maybe it’s a cold. Maybe it’s allergies. Maybe it will go away in a few days. But if nasal congestion keeps coming back or never completely goes away, it may be time to look beyond the common cold. September is Sinus Health Awareness Month, making it a good time to understand what may
Late-Summer Allergy Symptoms to Watch For If your nose is stuffy, your eyes are itchy, or you’re sneezing more than usual as summer winds down, you may be dealing with late-summer allergies. Many people associate allergies with spring, but allergy symptoms can continue well into September. In fact, late summer can be a particularly difficult time for people who are
If your child seems to have a stuffy nose almost all the time, it’s easy to assume they are simply catching one cold after another. But persistent nasal congestion isn’t always caused by a virus. Children can experience ongoing congestion for many reasons, including allergies, enlarged adenoids, enlarged nasal tissues, structural problems inside the nose, or chronic sinus problems. When
Earwax, also called cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands inside the ear canal. While many people think of earwax as something that needs to be removed regularly, it actually plays an important role in protecting your ears. It helps trap dust, dirt, and other debris, prevents the ear canal from becoming too dry, and provides a natural barrier
