Not all hearing solutions are the same. Learn three important differences between PSAPs and hearing aids.

As travel starts to increase again, it's a good idea to have an understanding of "airplane ear." Pretty much everyone has experienced this sensation at one point or another, but what's going on? Get insight into what's happening with your ears when you fly. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Airplane Ear: Ask the Expert | Miracle-Ear

While attending school as a child and young adult, Alicia Santos excelled in her studies because she had a set of hearing aids to help her hear her teachers and lesson plans. She graduated high school early and received a degree in accounting. Unfortunately, Alicia needed a new set of hearing aids and was soon missing out on critical parts of the world around her. She couldn’t hear her children’s voices and her hearing loss was negatively impacting her job. A visit to the Columbus, Ohio Miracle-Ear center opened new possibilities for Alicia when she was approved for hearing aids through the Miracle-Ear Foundation.

There are three main styles of hearing aids: in-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, and behind-the-ear. Discover the differences between them and find the one that's right for you. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Compare Types of Hearing Aids | Miracle Ear

Get to know your hearing aids a little bit better. Though hearing aids may feel like magic, there's plenty of science happening behind the scenes. MIRACLE-EAR.COM How Do Hearing Aids Work? | Miracle-Ear

Nutrition can affect our hearing. Discover which foods help protect against hearing loss—and which ones to avoid.

Untreated hearing loss has been tied to depression in older adults. Celebrate World Mental Health Day and discover how treating hearing loss can improve your mental health. #WorldMentalHealthDay MIRACLE-EAR.COM How Hearing Loss and Depression are Linked | Miracle-Ear

Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day, and we recognize that individuals living with untreated hearing loss are more likely to experience depression and isolation. For more than 70 years, Miracle-Ear has made it our mission to help people live their best lives and connect with those they love through better hearing. Watch how hearing aids changed the life of a Miracle-Ear Foundation recipient who was living in isolation. #30storiesfor30years #GiftOfSound #WorldMentalHealthDay

Instead of carrying around spare batteries and replacing them every week or so, rechargeable hearing aids let you enjoy daily use without ever worrying about a dead battery needing to be replaced. Learn about all the benefits of rechargeable hearing aids here. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Five Reasons to Choose Rechargeable Hearing Aids | Miracle-Ear

Life is made up of millions of small moments, and hearing aids enhance each one. Use hearing aids to experience quality time with family.

Experts recommend you start wearing hearing protection for repeated exposure to sounds of around 85 decibels (dBs). Learn why it's important for hunters to wear hearing protection this season. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Hunting for Hearing Protection | Miracle-Ear

For 30 years, Miracle-Ear has helped individuals with hearing loss gain access to hearing aids though the Miracle-Ear Foundation. The Miracle-Ear Foundation was created to enhance the life experiences of families and individuals of limited means through the Gift of Sound program. Learn how Virgin Rodriquez regained joy in her life as a recipient of our program. #30storiesfor30years #GiftOfSound

Over-the-counter hearing aids and personal sound amplification devices lack a number of the important distinctions that make hearing aids so useful. Find out the difference between PSAPs, OTC hearing aids and traditional hearing aids from Miracle-Ear. MIRACLE-EAR.COM PSAPs vs. Hearing Aids | Miracle-Ear

14-year-old Colleen Smith has lived with hearing loss since she was a young child. When she was five, her loved ones noticed she was having trouble enunciating words and that she was falling behind in school. Colleen’s teacher suggested a hearing exam, which later confirmed her hearing loss. Thanks to the Miracle-Ear in Daytona Beach, FL, Colleen recently received hearing aids through the Miracle-Ear Foundation. Watch her story: https://bit.ly/3mayi1W #30storiesfor30years #GiftOfSound

On average, it takes someone seven years to seek out medical intervention for slowly progressing hearing loss. You don't have to wait, though. The sooner you treat your hearing loss, the better. Find out from Miracle-Ear if it's time to start considering hearing aids. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Do I Need a Hearing Aid? | Miracle-Ear

A growing body of research suggests a connection between exercise and hearing loss. By practicing these hearing exercises regularly, you can be proactive about protecting yourself from hearing loss as you age. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Hearing Exercises | Miracle-Ear

Deborah’s hearing aids are small enough to go unnoticed, but the improvement they’ve made doesn’t. Now, she catches every word her granddaughter says. Watch Deborah's story.

After struggling with hearing loss since age twelve, 24-year-old Harley Bertolis beamed as she received a brand new set of hearing aids at the Miracle-Ear in Edwardsville, IL, thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation. Having to go without hearing aids, Harley struggled socially and in school. But now, thanks to her new hearing aids, she's excited about what her future holds! #30storiesfor30years #GiftOfSound

In a busy and often loud world, it's easy to forget the importance of actively listening to the space around you. Take a breath and discover some inspirational quotes on the art of listening with Miracle-Ear. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Listening and Communication Quotes | Miracle-Ear

When Colette Clemetson wasn’t responding to sounds, smiling or talking as a baby, doctors told her mom that everything was fine, and she was just taking her time. Years later, an official hearing test proved that she did indeed have hearing loss. Thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation, she's been given the Gift of Sound. Watch her story here. Video courtesy of KPIX San Francisco News #30storiesfor30years #GiftOfSound

Eddie Hill was having a hard time hearing and couldn't afford hearing aids, but thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation and Hearing Care Professional Andrea Albornoz, he's been given the Gift of Sound.

Going to a concert, whether you’re an avid attendee or the musician up on stage, is a fun way to engage with the music and people you love. Learn how to protect your hearing while listening to music or performing. MIRACLE-EAR.COM The Importance of Concert Ear Protection | Miracle-Ear

Hearing aids are older than you think! Take a quick peek at the history of these ever-evolving devices.

Let's debunk the stigma of hearing loss and learn just how much your quality of life could improve with a set of hearing aids. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Debunking Hearing Aid Stigma | Miracle-Ear

We’ve partnered with internationally renowned experts to implement rigorous protocols and safety standards in our stores designed to protect you and your loved ones. These critical measures have allowed us to continue to provide our essential services for those most in need of our care, and in the safest way possible. Learn more about our safe store protocols. MIRACLE-EAR.COM COVID-19 Response | Miracle-Ear

Hanna Gashaw moved from Ethiopia to Georgia with an analog-powered hearing aid that offered up little amplification and a lot of distortion. Hanna reported that communicating at work and with family and friends was extremely challenging. Hanna came to Miracle-Ear in Alpharetta, GA to see Hearing Specialist Wossen Bezabih—also from Ethiopia. Hanna now has Miracle-Ear hearing aids and can hear the world around her. Read Hanna's Miracle-Ear Foundation Story. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Hanna's Miracle-Ear Foundation Story | Miracle-Ear

"Hearing loss has greatly impacted 26-year-old Wyatt Morris’s life, especially during the pandemic as masks muffle words and make it hard for him to read lips. But all that changed today when Wyatt received new hearing aids thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation." Watch his story. WNDU.COM Local man receives gift of hearing

How often should you clean your hearing aids, and what’s the best way to do it? Follow these three important tips to keep your hearing aids in top shape.

February is American Heart Month! Did you know there is a connection between hearing health and heart health? Learn about that link and what you can do to strengthen both your hearing health and your cardiovascular health. MIRACLE-EAR.COM Heart Disease and Hearing Loss | Miracle-Ear