Despite what many people think, falling is not a normal part of aging. There are many things we can do to prevent falls, and winter time is a leading culprit that significantly increases the risk of falling. There are many... Read More
Generally speaking, we naturally lose our hearing as we age. In fact, an estimated one third of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74, and almost half of individuals over 75 have hearing loss. Although we have no control over the... Read More
Last week during Thanksgiving we focused on what we’re grateful for. And with Giving Tuesday, we were reminded of the importance of turning your Thanksgiving gratitude into something tangible by giving back to others. But did you know that the... Read More
Often, when people think about exercise and the impact it has on reducing the risk of disease, they think of things like cardiovascular health and diabetes. Recent studies show that exercise can also decrease a woman’s risk of getting breast... Read More
Otolaryngology…it’s a complicated word, right?! Thankfully, it’s much easier to understand than it is to say. We sat down with Dr. Sterrett for a little Q&A session on what this specialty (otherwise known as ENT) is all about, how they... Read More
We recently sat down with Dr. Malocha, Audiologist, to discuss recent improvements in hearing aids, some of the first signs of hearing loss, and why it’s not always the best decision to listen to the opinions of others when considering... Read More
If you’ve been to Oaklawn Hospital recently, you’ve probably noticed some substantial changes that are happening. From new overhead signage to elevator wraps and exterior signage, these are all things that we’re doing in order to enhance the patient experience,... Read More
I have heard this complaint many times over my 15-year career as an audiologist. People will say things like, “I love my hearing aids in most situations, but when I’m in a noisy environment like a restaurant I have difficulty understanding... Read More
The 2017/2018 flu season was a record year with 172 children dying of the flu, 80% of whom did not receive the flu vaccine.* This statistic alone demonstrates how serious the flu can be for children, but what happens when... Read More
Osteoporosis is a condition where bone density decreases and results in an increased risk for fracture. Typically we think of osteoporosis as a condition that effects the elderly, but a popular quote by Dr. Charles E. Dent says that “osteoporosis... Read More