Julie Stelmack

If your hearing aids have started making a whistling or squealing sound, try not to worry, it doesn't always mean something is wrong. More often than not, it's a simple issue that can be fixed pretty easily. Here are a few common reasons hearing aids whistle: They aren't sitting properly in your ear Earwax is blocking the ear canal The volume is set too high The dome or earmold is worn or no longer fits well Your hearing aid needs a professional cleaning or adjustment A little feedback now...

I f you've been putting off getting your hearing checked, here's a reason that might change your mind: researchers are increasingly finding a connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline. It's a topic that's been getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason, hearing health may play a bigger role in brain health than most of us ever realized. Here's the thinking behind it. When your hearing starts to fade, your brain has to work overtime just to make sense of sounds and...

A lot of people ask us whether hearing aids change anything about getting behind the wheel. The truth is, they usually make driving safer, not more complicated. Hearing sirens, honks, and that rattle your car makes right before something breaks is a good thing. Here are a few practical tips to make sure your hearing aids are working with you every time you drive. Do a quick check before you pull out of the driveway. Make sure your batteries are charged or fresh, your devices are seated...