“Paw Patrol” Singer Calls Hearing Aids His “Superpower”
“Paw Patrol” singer Scott Simons was reluctant to wear hearing aids because he was concerned they would make him stand out or look old. He struggled with hearing loss for years before his mother and fellow Widex wearer convinced him to give them a try. He now calls his Widex MOMENT hearing aids his “superpower!”…
Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours
Whether you are keeping cozy inside by a roaring fire or venturing out to explore the sights and sounds of winter, Dr. Booth wants you to have a safe, enjoyable holiday with those who matter most in your life. With that in mind, remember that it is essential to stay proactive with your hearing health….
Dr. Booth Shares Details About Available Devices and Accessories for When Hearing Aids are not Enough
Hearing aids alone may not be enough to overcome everyday challenges for someone with severe hearing loss. There are, however, options available to assist in these situations, all of which are available through Hear in Arizona: Using a partner microphone to help with communication in more challenging environments. This includes noisy restaurants, at the store,…
Dr. Booth Shares Tips for Communicating With Someone Who Has Hearing Loss
Communication with our loved ones is essential to our health. What do you do if your loved one has hearing loss? Constantly repeating yourself or trying to solve miscommunications is exhausting. There are several things you can do to make communication easier while speaking to someone with hearing loss: Get the person’s attention before speaking….
Dr. Booth Shares Valuable Resources for those with Hearing Loss
As an audiologist, Dr. Booth does her best to research and understand the latest resources available to patients with hearing loss. Listed below are several websites, apps and services she frequently recommends. Many of these resources are free to those with hearing loss! HearingSuccess.com Just as a weak muscle needs exercise to become stronger, our…
Keeping Your Hearing Aids On for Healthier Hearing
While most patients diagnosed with hearing loss are eager to treat it, others question the need for improved hearing since they live a quiet and private lifestyle. As an audiologist, Dr. Booth finds herself faced with questions such as “I live alone and don’t go out much, why would I need hearing aids?” or “What is…
Dr. Booth’s Tips for Dining Out with Hearing Loss
Eating out with friends can be a real treat, but if you have hearing loss, a noisy restaurant can really put a damper on the experience. Here are a few tips from Dr. Booth to help ensure you enjoy every moment of conversation at the luncheon table. Advocate for yourself. If the proposed restaurant is…
Dr. Booth’s Tips for Hearing at Holiday Gatherings
The holidays are meant to be a joyful time with friends and loved ones, but celebrations and gatherings can end up being frustrating for those with hearing loss. Here are some tips from Dr. Booth that will hopefully make your holiday parties more enjoyable for everyone: Keep background noise to a minimum. While holiday music…
Do you experience tinnitus, also known as ringing in your ears?
Tinnitus isn’t a disease in itself, but rather a symptom of an underlying problem. Tinnitus may be caused by noise exposure, neurological damage, vascular disease or a brain injury, or it may be the result of taking certain medications. Tinnitus is a pesky ringing, roaring, humming, hissing, clicking, whistling or whooshing sound with no external…
Troubleshooting Hearing Aid Issues While on Vacation
Even the best-laid travel plans can go awry, and so can your hearing aids while you’re on vacation. No need to worry—to get your devices functioning again, follow these helpful tips from Dr. Megan Booth. You’ll be back to enjoying your relaxing getaway before you know it! My hearing aid stopped working First, make sure your…