Although winter is known for celebratory fun, holiday lights, and snug sweaters, the season also presents conditions that are difficult for your ears. Factors such as freezing temperatures, dry air, congestion, and seasonal sicknesses can negatively affect your hearing and ear health. But with a few basic habits, you can ensure your ears remain safe. […]
November 30, 2025 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Hearing loss commonly begins so subtly that it’s simple to ignore the signs. Even with muffled conversations and fatiguing social interactions, some individuals delay taking the next step. The reluctance is frequently found not in the devices themselves, but in the meaning they connote. Considering how widespread hearing loss is, a lot of people nonetheless […]
Spending a prolonged time around loud noise can negatively impact your hearing, especially when sound intensity goes past safe limits. Protecting your ears is imperative—not only for avoiding hearing loss but also for maintaining focus in noisy environments. Hence, what steps should you take to identify the ideal hearing protection level tailored to your needs? […]
At its core, Thanksgiving revolves around shared meals, family members, and talking. But when a loved one is experiencing hearing loss, they might feel isolated at the mealtime gathering, even surrounded by people who care. While one might hesitate, a holiday setting is often an ideal, supportive time to begin a sensitive conversation about hearing […]
November 9, 2025 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Everything today is focused on connectivity: to individuals, to knowledge, and to audio input. The pace of connected life can be hard to maintain for individuals with hearing loss, particularly when relying on older devices that prioritize volume over sound clarity. This is where Bluetooth hearing aids come into the equation. These devices make hearing […]
October 31, 2025 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
With their ability to boost communication and quality of life, hearing aids are a huge asset. However, some individuals experience headaches when they first begin using hearing aids. Luckily, these headaches are usually fleeting and easy to manage with the right adjustments and care, even if they are frustrating at first. We will next explore […]
Did you ever finish a hearing test with satisfactory results, only to discover you still have trouble following conversations, especially in bustling places like cafes, crowded groups, or active workplaces? If so, you’re not making it up. You could be dealing with a condition called hidden hearing loss, a type of auditory problem frequently missed […]
October 18, 2025 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Could protecting optimal hearing actually be the key to safeguarding your memory? This finding stems from research utilizing comprehensive data collected by the Framingham Heart Study. Adults who start using hearing aids before turning 70 could see their risk of dementia slashed by up to 61 percent, according to the findings, relative to individuals who […]
Noise is a ubiquitous factor in our daily lives. Whether it’s gardening equipment, vehicles, or our own headphones, the aural world has intensified. The expanding volume of sound poses a significant risk to your auditory health unless precautions are taken. With National Protect Your Hearing Month taking place in October, now is the most suitable […]
Why are women and children sometimes more challenging to hear than men? As proof, perhaps you have noticed that some men claim they can’t hear their wives’ voices when they are restating the “to-do” list. Of course, we are kidding; however, there are many reasons why it becomes hard to hear women’s and children’s voices. […]
