Many people prioritize staying up to date with their yearly health physicals, dental cleanings and eye exams. Yet, 77% of Americans over 50 haven’t had their hearing checked in the last two years.¹

Hearing plays an important role in whole-body health. Today, there are more choices for prescription hearing aids than ever. The latest models even look and function a lot like wireless earbuds. They blend into style trends so well that you wouldn’t know if someone is wearing hearing aids.

The symptoms of many physical conditions and impairments are obvious. Sore throat and runny nose? You likely have a cold. Can’t clearly see the words on a magazine or phone? You’ll get your eyes checked.

Your ears play a key role in your job, hobbies, and enjoying the sounds of life. They are equipped to deal with everyday sounds; however, loud or repetitive noise can cause serious damage. You may have experienced hearing loss without even realizing it - if you have been exposed to loud noise over time, hearing loss is more likely to be gradual.

Tinnitus is the sensation of a ringing in the ears, although some people say it sounds more like a hissing, buzzing, whistling, roaring or even chirping. In most cases, only the person who has tinnitus can hear it. So what causes tinnitus, and what can you do about it?

In the flurry of day-to-day demands, it can be easy to let personal health fall to the back burner. But prioritizing healthy habits is key to feeling well and staying well.

This spring, encourage employees to make a fresh start in their health and wellness routines. By staying engaged in their well-being, staff can feel ready to contribute their best at work and home.

We’re spending an average of 8 hours and 47 minutes a day looking at screens according to a Nielsen study. ¹ From our phones, to tablets, to personal computers, to video games, there are countless ways we’re straining our eyes on a daily basis.

If you wear eyeglasses and spend a lot of time outdoors, you may want to consider prescription sunglasses. Providing convenience, comfort and protection, they can enhance your time outdoors. Frames, lenses, color, and tint are part of a wide range of options to consider when selecting a new pair of prescription sunglasses.

When it comes to your vision, you should consider the types of foods you consume to promote healthy eyesight. Adding certain nutrients to your diet every day – through either foods or supplements – can help save your vision.