Woman having earwax removed

How do you know when you should see an audiologist?

Woman having earwax removed

A yearly checkup for your ears is as important as a checkup for your eyes. The quality of your hearing does not remain constant over time - it changes as you age. An audiologist can provide a complete evaluation.

Dr. Rebecca Blaha

Faculty Focus: Dr. Rebecca Blaha

Dr. Rebecca Blaha

Rebecca Blaha, AuD, lead audiologist, clinical preceptor and assistant professor at Salus University’s Osborne College of Audiology and its clinical facility, the Pennsylvania Ear Institute (PEI), has had a variety of interests in her lifetime — playing the flute, salsa dancing, and powerlifting. Some of those interests have stayed with her, and some have gone by the wayside over time. But one thing that hasn’t changed for Dr. Blaha is her interest in the art of hearing

Senior citizen having hearing test

Hearing Loss and Alzheimer’s

Senior citizen having hearing test

June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, worldwide, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. What you might not know is Alzheimer’s is connected to something that affects 48 million Americans – hearing loss.
Man with tinnitus

Better Speech and Hearing Month - Tinnitus Q&A

Man with tinnitus

Rebecca Blaha, AuD, lead audiologist at PEI and assistant professor in the University’s Osborne College of Audiology (OCA) answers questions on one of the most common health conditions in the country — tinnitus. In this Q&A, Dr. Blaha, explains that people who hear a ringing, buzzing, hissing, music or even voices — might want to listen a little closer.
Woman with hearing aid

Masks Make Communication Difficult For The Hard-Of-Hearing

Woman with hearing aid

For people who have hearing loss, communicating with a person wearing a face mask can be challenging.
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