The Connection Bridgewater-Somerville Edition Sept/Oct/Nov 2018

Bridgewater: 757 US Highway 202/206; 908-864-6282 Hillsborough: 205 Omni Drive; 908-800-2888 Morristown: 7 Macculloch Ave, Suite 1; 973-936-5774 www.hearinghealthusa.com Did you know that approximate- ly 48 million Americans have some form of hearing loss? Even more shocking is that hearing loss can be a symptom of deeper health issues, which could be occurring without a person’s knowledge. There are many ways in which hearing loss could be linked to complications that a person could already be experiencing, or it could be a side effect of a diagnosed illness. Indi- viduals with hearing loss may already be at risk for other health problems if not treated. One of the most significant links between hearing loss and overall health conditions is those experi- encing hearing loss are 5x more likely to be at risk for Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Hearing loss has also been linked to diabetes, and those who are living with it have a greater risk of developing hearing loss at any point after diagnosis. Studies have shown there is also a very close link between hearing loss and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD). Researchers believe the car- diovascular system is associated to a person’s hearing because if there is an inadequate blood flow to your heart, it will have the same effect on the blood vessels within your ear canal, which can then lead to some form of hearing loss. The ear is one of the most sensitive systems of the body and be a window to the heart because abnormalities can be noted earlier in the ear than in other parts of the body. Experts suggest that individuals experienc- ing hearing loss around 40 years of age should make getting their heart checked a priority. Hearing loss also contributes to people losing their balance, falling more often, and social isolation. The loss of balance comes from the person’s inability to hear certain sounds. Those with hearing loss are also known to have more stress and experience bad moods more often than their peers who have healthy hearing. It is easy to see how hearing loss can cause addi- tional stress, considering how the sufferer has trouble understanding conversations or other sounds around them. With hearing loss being linked to other health problems, it is impor- tant to make it a priority to have it checked regularly. Our hearing healthcare providers at American Hearing Centers want to invite readers to take the first step towards healthy hearing and make an appointment for a Free Hearing Test today by calling one of our select locations, including: Bridge- water at 908-864-6282, Hillsbor- ough at 908-800-2888, or Morris- town at 973-936-5774. A hearing screening can determine if a person needs hearing aids, which can improve a person’s quality of life and help prevent future health issues. Hearing Loss Is Linked To Other Health Conditions Begin Your Journey to Better Hearing! www.hearinghealthusa.com • Free Hearing Screenings • Free Demonstrations • Free Clean & Checks • Latest Hearing Technology • Tinnitus Relief • 0% Financing Available Our Services Include: BRIDGEWATER - September 13th 757 US Highway 202/206 908-864-6282 HILLSBOROUGH - September 17th & 21st 205 Omni Drive 908-800-2888 MORRISTOWN - September 26th 7 Macculloch Ave, Suite 1 973-936-5774 SPECIAL HEARING EVENTS: Avery G. Spector, BC-HIS, NJ Hearing Aid Supervising Dispenser Lic. #1175 PAGE 49 Spotlight on “SeniorS” www.theconnectionsnj.com