Eye and Ear Health|Getting Care

The sense of hearing is as important as that of sight – but it is more subtle. For instance, we tend to notice vision problems more readily than we would if we had trouble with being able to hear. That’s why it is important to pay attention and be proactive whenever our sense of hearing…

Blinking is a natural and instinctive process that we often take for granted. We blink countless times throughout the day without giving it much thought. However, did you know that blinking plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy eyes? In this blog post, we will explore the important connection between blinking and eye health and…

Be honest: When was the last time you had your hearing checked? More often than not patients admit that they had either gone more than a decade without having their hearing tested or had never had it tested. How often should you have your hearing tested? That depends on your age. Experts recommend that until the…

Instead of covering a topic about what’s in front of your eyes, this blog asks you to listen in. At some point in their lives, most people will develop some degree of hearing loss. While this seems only a natural part of the aging process, there is also concern about a connection between hearing loss…

Most parents and their children dread the day when their roles may be reversed: When the adult child is faced with becoming a caregiver for their aging parents. Much of the turmoil surrounding this time for aging adults is rooted in fear of losing their independence. Untreated Hearing Loss and Safety Having an untreated or ignored…

Sunglasses aren’t an optional summertime accessory, they’re an essential prescription for eye health. Long-term exposure to the sun without proper protection can increase the risk of eye disease, including cataract, growths on the eye, and eye cancer. How sunlight can damage your eyes Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can damage eyes the same way it affects skin.…

This question may read as being almost too easy. You’d be surprised, however, at the number of patients who visit SightMD who do not give their eyes the necessary protection they deserve.  Why is eye protection important? The eyes are probably the most important set of organs of the human body. Sight is perhaps the…

With so many different kinds of professionals available, it’s very easy to feel confused and overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information. Audiologists and hearing instrument specialists (HIS) are the most likely solutions, and knowing the difference between the two will help you make a more calculated decision. Here’s all you need to know about the difference…