A Better Treatment for the Common Cough
Most parents know the late-night trip to the drug store when they wake up to their child’s coughing. But research shows there might be an even more effective cough remedy than over-the-counter cough syrup already in your kitchen cabinet: honey. How Effective Is Cough Syrup? According to pediatrician Jennifer Shu, spokesperson for the American Academy…
Why Aren’t You Wearing Your Hearing Aids?
According to the National Institutes of Health, only one in five people who could benefit from a hearing device actually has one. But even if you’ve purchased a hearing aid to treat your hearing loss, you may not be wearing it as often as you should be. You’ll receive maximum benefit from your devices if…
When Do Sinus Symptoms Indicate an Infection?
During the winter months, it seems like everyone catches a case of the sniffles. Sinus symptoms can have many potential causes, including allergies, the common cold, the flu, and sinus infections. It’s important to know what’s causing your symptoms in order to seek appropriate treatment. Below is a guide to help you determine what may…
The Link Between Allergies & Dizziness
Now that it’s winter, allergies aren’t top of mind for most people in Boone and Jefferson, but they can occur year-round. In fact, there’s often a spike in December. After all, it’s the one month during the year where you’re likely to find a tree taking up space in the living room. This can trigger…
2019 Hear for the Holidays Contest
Blue Ridge Hearing Center, LLC, Blue Ridge ENT and ReSound are partnering together for the annual Hear for the Holidays contest. The contest was started by Dr. Markovich in 2010 as a way to give back to the community. The goal of the contest is to identify an individual who would most benefit from a…
Home Remedies for Reducing Acid Reflux
If you’ve ever experienced a painful burning sensation in the chest after you’ve eaten, you’re not alone. Acid reflux, commonly referred to as heartburn, affects 60 million people across the U.S. That means almost one out of every five people in Boone and Jefferson frequently reach for antacids after mealtime. There are some natural remedies…
Could a Strep Throat Vaccine Be Closer to Reality?
We’re betting that pretty much everybody has experienced a sore throat in Boone at some point in their lives. They usually occur in conjunction with a cold or flu and, while symptoms typically clear up quickly, that itchy, scratchy sensation is never pleasant to deal with – even when it’s brief. Worse still is strep…
When Hearing Loss Affects Only One Ear
The majority of people with hearing loss in Boone experience an impairment in both ears. For a small percentage, impairment is confined to one ear. You might think this is preferable to being affected in both ears, but single-sided hearing loss presents unique challenges that often make it even more difficult to communicate. What is…
When Everyday Noises Drive You Crazy
Hearing disorders take many different forms. An estimated 15 percent of adults in Boone are extremely bothered by everyday noises that most people don’t even give a second thought. The name for this condition is misophonia, and it can impact many facets of your daily life – but help is available. What is Misophonia? Misophonia…
The Oscar for Overcoming Hearing Impairment Goes To…
This year’s Oscar’s ceremony may be history, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of worthy films hitting the local cineplex. Whether any of them live up to the hype of “Green Book” or “A Star is Born” is anybody’s guess, but they do give us an opportunity to get out of the house and…