May is a few days away, and summer is upon us! What makes summer special for your family? At Decibels Audiology and Hearing Aid Center in Naples, we LOVE summertime! Summer means more fun, travel, helping out our Naples community, getting into restaurants more easily, and spending more time with our year-round Naples patients. Watermelons, American flag cakes, new adventures, …
News Flash: Smoking is Bad for You
Here’s a “no duh!” for you today: Don’t smoke! Smoking tobacco is bad for your overall health. “Of course it is!” you might be tempted to retort. That epic teenager-y eye roll that follows makes for dramatic effect. Yes, you probably know and understand many of the risks of smoking. However, did you know that smokers may be at greater …
Do You Have Tinnitus?
Tinnitus — what, exactly, is it? What symptoms do people experience? And, perhaps, most importantly, do YOU have tinnitus? Today’s blog post will cover all of these questions, and (hopefully) bring you a bit of hope and sunshine-y thoughts related to a persistently frustrating condition. Tinnitus Symptoms Many people experience this condition, and it’s not just a fun word to …
Cognitive Decline: RUN for the Hearing Aids!
We have some news for our faithful readers: cognitive decline is inextricably linked to hearing loss. You probably already know and understand this reality. And understanding this means recognizing the vital role hearing plays in keeping up with our brain’s health. The Physical Realities of Aging Facing the physical realities of aging can be a difficult journey. And, journeys take …