When it comes to treating hearing loss, many people find themselves in a difficult position. On the one hand, hearing healthcare is an investment that pays dividends for years to come. On the other hand, the cost of hearing aids can be prohibitive for some, leading to...
November 2022 brought another chance for the Utah Ear Institute to improve someone’s hearing. Our Hear for the Holidays initiative gives premium hearing aids and hearing healthcare to a community member in need. Dr. Mary Markovich started this annual tradition in...
If you think you or a loved one might have a hearing loss, this page is all about possible solutions you can consider. Think of this as a quick-start guide that covers the various options available, including specific benefits and drawbacks. Let’s get started with...
Many of us love listening to music, especially in loud volumes to help drown out the rest of the world and focus only on the music. While this may seem like a good way to relax, it may actually be causing serious harm to your hearing. The problem with loud music is...
Tinnitus is a condition where the affected person hears a ringing, buzzing, or whistling sound in the ears in the absence of any such external stimuli. This condition affects several people across America, yet no known cure exists for it. Even so, various methods can...
Of all the things to pop, the most annoying is the popping sensation within the ears! We all enjoy those long vacations but plane rides are a different issue altogether. They often involve uncomfortably stuffed up ears that tend to pop and cause pain and discomfort....
Hearing loss is often depicted by people shouting to be heard and having to repeat yourself constantly. In reality, in many cases, those with a hearing loss can hear a wide range of sounds but have trouble hearing sounds in certain pitches. Those with a hearing loss...
You may have heard that constant ringing sound within your ears even though there is no such auditory stimulus present in your environment. This might mean that you have tinnitus, which can be triggered due to several factors and environmental situations. One of these...
Hearing loss is not a problem that affects the elderly. It can affect anyone at any point in their lifetime. It can be an isolating and frustrating condition, especially for those who get it at an earlier age. Hearing impairment can have a detrimental impact on...