Hear Better, Live Better

Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever said “I can hear you, I just can’t understand you,” you’re not alone and you’re not imagining it. We talk with Dr. Eneida Agolli, senior audiologist with AudioNova, about why hearing loss is often gradual, why families notice it first, and why waiting 6 to 7 years to get help can quietly raise the stakes for your health.We get specific about the science and the lived reality: the connection between hearing loss and diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, hospitalizations, and fall risk through the inner ear balance system. Then we dig into the topic many people are hearing about lately, the link between hearing loss and dementia risk. Dr. Rowley breaks down the “cognitive load” problem, how the brain works overtime to fill in missing sound, and why that constant effort can drain short-term memory and concentration over time.We also cover what actually helps. Modern hearing aids are rechargeable, Bluetooth-ready mini computers that can stream calls, music, and podcasts, and they can be tuned to your exact hearing prescription. We discuss realistic expectations in background noise, tinnitus relief for many patients, and simple steps like checking for ear wax buildup and protecting your ears from loud noise exposure. If you’ve been putting off a hearing test, this conversation lays out a clear reason to start around age 50 and keep a yearly baseline.Subscribe for more practical health conversations, share this with someone who keeps turning the TV up, and leave a review if it helped. When was your last hearing test?Follow us on Instagram @guilfordparkpresbyterianchurchFollow us on Facebook @guilfordparkpcFollow us on TikTok @guilfordparkpreschurchWebsite:  www.guilfordpark.org