by Amy Pajula, on December 8, 2024
Living with hearing loss can become particularly difficult during the holiday season when social gatherings grow in size and frequency. Shortly after Thanksgiving, I took my college-aged sons to our …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on November 8, 2024
As we mark Diabetes Awareness Month this November, it's crucial to spotlight a startling statistic: diabetes affects 14.7% of adults aged 18 and older in the U.S., with prevalence soaring …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on October 6, 2024
With a single announcement, Apple has revolutionized the conversation around hearing health, significantly expanding access for countless individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss around the world. Approximately 28.8 million …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on September 7, 2024
Hearing loss significantly impacts healthy aging. Discover its causes, how it influences our well-being, and effective management strategies. Understanding the Importance of Hearing Health September is Healthy Aging Month and …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on August 5, 2024
Today, it's estimated that 10% of the US population will undergo a procedure to have a medical device implanted within their bodies at some stage in their lifetime. To grasp …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on June 1, 2024
When filling out my medical history form, I always make a point to note my hearing loss in both ears. Despite the absence of a cure for this condition, I …
Read Storyby Amy Pajula, on May 4, 2024
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the widespread impact of hearing loss. It serves as a crucial reminder that hearing loss is …
Read Storyby Amy Pajula, on March 9, 2024
On February 6th, 2024, Minnesota representatives Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) and Angie Craig (D-MN) joined forces to introduce the bipartisan Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act. This pivotal bill aims to redefine …
Read Storyby Envoy Medical Staff Member, on February 2, 2024
Today, we have a larger number of older adults than any other recorded time in history; approximately 49 million Americans are 65 and older. The World Health Organization estimates that …
Read Storyby Amy Pajula, on January 7, 2024
If you or someone you love has hearing loss in one ear, you may have heard them say there isn't anything that can be done to help them. Historically, unilateral …
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