Hearing health

Wondering how much earwax is too much? Get expert advice on the telltale signs, how to clean your ears safely and more.

Smoking isn’t just bad for your heart and lungs — it could harm your hearing too. Learn why, plus find tips for quitting.

Ready to head outdoors for some warm-weather fun? These tips can help you protect your ears and hearing while you’re enjoying the season.

From cleaning your ears to bringing a friend, learn how to come prepared for your next hearing exam.

Having trouble hearing can raise the risk of falling. Find out why — and how to feel steadier on your feet.

This popular alternative treatment doesn’t work, say experts – and it could be unsafe. Find out what it is and what to do instead.

Having diabetes could raise the risk of hearing problems. Learn why, plus expert tips to help keep your ears healthy.

There are some surprising perks to treating hearing loss, beyond the obvious ones.

Getting treatment for hearing loss? Learn some key lingo that may come up at your next appointment.

Sometimes there’s a quick fix, and other times you may need to see an expert for a closer look. Here’s what to know.

Background noise may make it hard to focus on conversations, especially for people with hearing loss. Try these tips to help manage those sounds.

Hearing loss ranges from mild to severe. Here’s how to understand the stages, and what to do if you think you have a hearing issue.

One surprising warning sign of hearing loss is fatigue. Here’s why your brain strains to hear — and what to do about it.

You suspect your spouse has hearing issues. But they’re not convinced. Here’s how to nudge them to get the help they need.

The ability to hear clearly may keep your brain sharper and lower your risk of dementia and depression. Find out how hearing well affects your mind.

It’s not too late to protect your ears from damage that could lead to hearing loss. Learn the simple steps to start taking now.

Seeing an audiologist or hearing aid specialist you connect with is important. Here are the traits to look for, and how to go about finding the right one for you.

Hearing loss can happen earlier than you may think. Here’s how to help protect your hearing now and treat the hearing loss you may already have.

This spinning sensation is caused by a problem in the part of the inner ear that controls balance. It might be distracting and even scary. Here’s what to know.

Some prescription and over-the counter medicines may cause hearing loss, especially in older adults. Find out what to do if your medication is on this list.

That sharp pain in your ear or muffled hearing could be a sign of a serious condition. Find out what it is and how to treat it.

It can be hard for a partner or parent to admit they have a hearing problem and may need hearing aids. Try these 4 gentle ways to get them past the stigma.

That ringing noise in your ears can be annoying. It may also be a sign of hearing loss. Find out what to do to help manage the sound.

We could all learn to speak more clearly with people who can’t hear well. These strategies can help conversations flow more smoothly.

Having some earwax is healthy, but too much of it might affect your hearing. Find out the facts, plus how to clean your ears safely.

No, ear infections aren’t just for children. Adults get them too, and an infection may make it harder to hear. Read on for the facts you need to know.

Even if you're not 100% sure you have a hearing problem, it's key to tell your primary care provider or hearing care professional. Here are 5 things to ask about.

It's easy to ignore symptoms that don't seem like a big deal. But they could be a red flag that you need to get your hearing checked.

You may get care from several specialists if you have hearing loss. Find out about the experts who have your back.

From avoiding loneliness to reducing falls, here is how hearing well may boost the quality of your life.

Some loud noises may cause hearing loss in as little as 5 minutes. Find out what they are and how to protect your precious ears.

Treating hearing loss can be good for physical and mental health. Learn how to address hearing issues to help stay safer — and healthier.

Hearing loss is common with aging, but there are things you can do about it. Here's how to keep your ears sharper.

A hearing exam is often the first step in diagnosing hearing loss. Here’s what might happen at the appointment.