Recent research increasingly shows that the use of hearing aids in older adults with hearing loss can help slow cognitive decline. About one-third of American adults 65 to 74 have hearing loss, with that percentage jumping to 50% after the age of 75, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health. Meanwhile, the number of

Is your student not living up to expectations in the classroom? Are they disruptive to the class, not focused on their work or getting poor grades? Although it’s often overlooked as a cause for these issues, hearing loss may shoulder some of the blame. Audiology & Hearing Services of Charlotte reminds you that even mild

Did you know that the health of your heart can play a significant role in the quality of your hearing? The connection between the heart and hearing has been well documented. February’s designation as American Heart Month makes it a perfect time to learn more about this link and how you can strengthen both your

Working up a good sweat at the gym can do a body good – well, some of the body anyway. The beginning of a new year is the most popular time to dedicate oneself to a healthier lifestyle. Indeed, many people put exercise at the top of their New Year’s resolution list. If you’ve ever

With all the chatter-filled parties and family gatherings, the holidays can present a series of challenges for those with hearing loss. Throughout the year, Audiology & Hearing Services of Charlotte offers better communication classes for adults, children and their families to help them deal with hearing loss and learn communication strategies. We also offer auditory

“Hear Listen Learn” takes a multi-faceted approach to dealing with APD, which jumbles what a brain is supposed to do with the sounds it hears. A person could hear perfectly on a test but still be unable to process the sounds received by the brain. The program is broken up into the three areas: Hear, Listen,

The brain’s ability to piece together sounds received by the ears and knowing what to do with them is a complex system of decoding and processing auditory clues. Sometimes that system gets mixed up. Auditory processing disorder (APD) occurs when sounds get jumbled in the central auditory pathway, where sounds are supposed to be interpreted

Have you ever noticed that your brand-new TV has a razor-sharp image but is difficult to hear? Modern TVs often have tiny, poor-quality speakers that are in the back or bottom of the unit, making it especially difficult for viewers with hearing loss to pick up dialogue. Audiology & Hearing Services of Charlotte reminds the