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How Freeze Drying Technology Enhances Hearing Aid Longevity

19Jun

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Awareness, Profession, Research

How Freeze Drying Technology Enhances Hearing Aid Longevity

Freeze drying technology, which is known for preserving foods and other perishable items, has found a new and innovative application in the world of hearing aids. This technology has the potential to significantly enhance the longevity and reliability of these essential devices, bringing numerous benefits to those who rely on them for their daily lives. To learn more about this technology and its applications, see more. Understanding Freeze Drying Technology Freeze drying, or lyophilization, is a process that removes moisture from a product by freezing it and then reducing the surrounding pressure to allow the frozen water to sublimate directly from the solid phase to the gas phase. This method is highly effective at preserving the structure, nutrients, and overall quality of the prod...

How Vaping Could Be Fogging Your Hearing: What You Need to Know Now

24Oct

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Awareness, Research

How Vaping Could Be Fogging Your Hearing: What You Need to Know Now

Protect your hearing by minimizing exposure to vaping environments—avoid places where e-cigarette use is prevalent, like specialized stores such as eurovap brossard. Schedule regular hearing tests with an audiologist, especially if you're a regular vaper, to detect early signs of hearing deterioration and address issues promptly. Consult with healthcare professionals about the usage of protective equipment—such as earplugs—that can mitigate vaping's potential auditory impacts. Stay informed by accessing resources and research that relay independent expert advice on vaping's effect on hearing, ensuring you can make well-informed decisions for your hearing health. Understanding Vaping and Its Popularity What Is Vaping? Vaping is the act of inhaling vapor produced by an electronic device, ...

Can Essential Oils Improve Hearing Loss and Tinnitus?

21Oct

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Research

Can Essential Oils Improve Hearing Loss and Tinnitus?

Essential oils have been used medicinally for centuries and are becoming more popular. This is mainly due to growing interest in complementary and alternative medicine, as well as an increase in sales tactics. With so many individuals suffering from hearing loss, it is natural to seek out a quick fix. Some essential oils may assist with hearing loss and tinnitus. Even CBD oils have been used to treat several neurological disorders. However, research on the link between cannabis and tinnitus has been deemed inconclusive. There is also a lack of data on adverse effects. What Causes Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Tinnitus is most commonly caused by an injury to the small hair cells inside the eardrum. That is why tinnitus generally affects people as they get older. Still, it is fairly ...

Psychologists Must Prevent “Tinnitus Timebomb” Explosion

23Mar

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Psychologists Must Prevent “Tinnitus Timebomb” Explosion

Tinnitus happens when a person hears a sound without an external source. This condition torments people and compromises their quality of life. The pandemic made the case worse for these patients as it prevents their much-needed care from GPs and specialists from coming. For this reason, the BTA or British Tinnitus Association’s battle cry is for psychologists and other secondary care professionals to step in and address the mental health challenges brought by this condition. This condition has been linked to depression and anxiety. Data show that GPs had to refer tinnitus patients to tinnitus and ENT specialists because they can reduce the patients’ stress by 1.7%. But due to the pandemic and the social restrictions it caused, 1 in 3 GPs have had rejected referrals to specialists. ...

Tapping into Deep Neural Networks Advancing Hearing Care Technology

22Mar

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Tapping into Deep Neural Networks Advancing Hearing Care Technology

Thomas Behrens of Oticon has something to say regarding technological advancements in AI when it comes to hearing health. Behrens is the company’s Senior Director of the Centre for Applied Audiology Research. He has first-hand knowledge on the focus of hearing aid technology, how instruments are being developed, the benefits to users, etc. According to Behrens, they have uncovered new information about the brain’s auditory center which allowed them to reinvent hearing technology, focusing on deep neural networks instead of noise reduction. Behrens added that deep neural networks allow the brain to create a complete sound scene so it can focus on what it needs to pay attention to. To create these sound scenes, they developed an AI that can take more detail into account so that the per...

Can Drinking Coffee Make Men Less at Risk to Hearing Loss?

21Mar

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Research

Can Drinking Coffee Make Men Less at Risk to Hearing Loss?

The link between coffee and lower risks of hearing impairment is backed by a research team from the University of Madrid, the capital of Spain. The research team conducted a longitudinal study entitled Coffee consumption and risk of hearing impairment in men and women. It was participated by 16,142 men and 20,781 women. Before their coffee intake was recorded, their hearing was tested first. Throughout the 11-year research wherein the participants consumed 1.6 cups of coffee daily (on average), follow-up hearing tests were conducted twice. The results showed that men who consumed more coffee had a lower risk of developing hearing problems. The type of coffee was an insignificant variable. According to the researchers, this benefit may have stemmed from the coffee’s properties that pr...