Why Two Are Better Than One in Your Audiologist’s Office
Chelmsford patients scheduled for an audiology consultation shouldn’t go alone – at least not to their first appointment. Your audiologist recommends bringing along a companion such as a spouse or other family member to help them understand the extent of your hearing loss and its effect on those closest to you. How a Companion Can…
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
Around one out of every five people is diagnosed with hearing loss in Chelmsford and Nashua. The problem isn’t just confined to the Northeast; some 48 million people across the country suffer from impaired hearing. Not only do these individuals have to contend with drastic lifestyle changes; they are also at risk for serious physical,…
The High Cost of Untreated Hearing Loss
Individuals with hearing loss in Chelmsford and Nashua pay a high price for their condition even if they aren’t treating it, according to a study conducted by a notable group of researchers from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Disparities in Out-of-Pocket Costs According to results of a large-scale study released in November, those…