In Largo, Gardner Audiology hearing doctors are credentialled with United Healthcare Hearing. They can help you make sense of your insurance coverage and navigate you through the insurance process with no surprises. United Healthcare plans vary based on your employer, the state the plan is based out of, and what …
Dealing with Sweat – How to Keep Your Hearing Aids in Top Condition This Summer
Summer. It’s the season of joy, adventure, and endless outdoor activities. It’s also the season of sweat and relentless heat. Now, while you’re probably gearing up to enjoy all the sunny season has to offer, there’s one little thing that might be worrying about all that summer fun: your hearing …
Assistive Listening Devices – An Overview of the Different Types of Devices Available to Help With Hearing Loss
Imagine a world where every sound is muffled, conversations are difficult to follow, and the joy of music is lost. This is the reality for millions of people who struggle with hearing loss. If you suspect that you or a loved one is experiencing hearing loss, it’s crucial to explore …
Hearing Aids 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Styles and Options
Do you or a loved one have difficulty hearing? You’re not alone. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 466 million people worldwide experience hearing loss, and this number is expected to grow. Fortunately, modern technology has made it possible to effectively treat hearing loss with hearing aids. If you’re …
Can Hearing Loss Affect Your Mood?
Hearing loss is a common problem among older adults, affecting approximately one in three people over the age of 65. While many people are aware of the physical effects of hearing loss, such as difficulty understanding speech and sounds, few may realize the emotional impact that hearing loss can have …
All About Digital Hearing Aids
Hearing aids have come a long way in terms of technology, with a variety of shapes, types, and sound qualities to choose from. If sound quality is important to you, understanding the differences between analog and digital hearing aids is crucial. In this article, we will discuss the differences between …
Treating Hearing Loss Can Support Your Physical Ability & Well-Being
Hearing loss doesn’t just impact your hearing. At its heart, hearing loss interrupts our ability to communicate and connect with others. And we become more aware of the ways that challenges with the sense of hearing can ripple into many other facets of life, including physical health. A study published …
Prioritize Better Hearing in the New Year
As the year ends and we are about to turn the page, you hold the creative power in determining the narrative of your next year. Many of us turn to health-related New Year’s Resolutions as we consider the steps to a more mobile, active and vibrant future. And while it …
Age-Related Hearing Loss is Often Untreated
With more than 30 million Americans living with hearing loss, it might surprise you to find out that only a very small percentage of folks seek treatment immediately. The age group most impacted by acquired hearing loss, that which one is not born with, are people over the age of …
Acknowledging the Reality of Hearing Loss
When our bodies go through changes in ability, it can feel like a harsh reality. What once came easily now requires some effort or discomfort. Particularly when these changes come with the aging process, we can sometimes feel like there’s little to be done about the decline. Although this feeling …