Life can be stressful, and certainly the past few weeks have placed us in a situation that we were not prepared for. Anxiety is heightened and many of us are worried about the health of our families, our businesses, and...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
There is no higher priority for Audiology Associates of Deerfield than the health and well-being of our patients and employees. To that end, we have decided to close our office until further notice to help stop the spread of the...
Mental Health and Hearing
We don’t often consider the impact that hearing loss has on our mental health. There is research that explores how relationships and self-confidence can be negatively affected by hearing loss. Untreated hearing loss can result in anxiety and feelings of...
What to Expect with New Hearing Aids
Over the past 40 years hearing aids have changed dramatically. Hearing aids used to be big, bulky and loud. Now hearing aids can be sleek, colorful or even invisible if desired. Hearing aids actually sound great and some offer health...
What Are You Really Missing?
When we finally make the decision to have our hearing checked, it’s often because we are having trouble conversing with others. What we don’t think about are all the little things we’re not hearing. A grandchild’s voice. The turn signal...
Medicare and Hearing Aids. Buyer Beware.
Hearing loss is a debilitating problem if left untreated. There is a wealth of research to prove this. It is unfortunate that so many adults do not take the steps to get help and visit an Audiologist. The reason for...
Hearing Screening vs Hearing Test
We frequently see patients who have questions about hearing screenings. They want to know what makes a hearing test different from a hearing screening. A screening is typically free of charge. An evaluation most often comes with a cost. A...
It’s Louder Than You Think
Damage to your ears from exposure to noise or music is 100% preventable if you consistently remember to use ear protection the right way. We don’t always take steps to protect our ears from the environments that cause harm. The...
What if I don’t like my hearing aids?
It’s not unusual for us to see a patient who is unhappy with their hearing aids. Better hearing is a financial investment as well as an investment of time on your part and the part of the Audiologist. If the...
Dogs Love to Eat Hearing Aids and Other Stories
Patients come into our office sharing tales of lost hearing aids or telling us that their beloved pets have gotten a hold of their hearing aids. It’s not uncommon to have a patient walk in the door with what once...