Keck Medicine of USC Blog | Hearing

The High Cost of Hearing Aids
March 19, 2025

The High Cost of Hearing Aids

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What Causes Hearing Loss as We Age?
November 4, 2024

What Causes Hearing Loss as We Age?

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Why Do I Have So Much Earwax?
November 12, 2021

Why Do I Have So Much Earwax?

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The High Cost of Hearing Aids
March 19, 2025

The High Cost of Hearing Aids
Are some types of health coverage better than others at helping patients afford hearing aids? A recent study from Keck...
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What Causes Hearing Loss as We Age?
November 4, 2024

What Causes Hearing Loss as We Age?
Why does hearing loss get worse as we age? Age-related hearing loss is common among older adults. According to the...
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Why Do I Have So Much Earwax?
November 12, 2021

Why Do I Have So Much Earwax?
A buildup of earwax can not only be embarrassing but also can cause more health problems. Here’s how to deal...
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5 Things to Know Before Choosing a Hearing Aid
September 8, 2020

5 Things to Know Before Choosing a Hearing Aid
A Keck Medicine of USC audiologist shares tips on how to pick the best hearing aid for you, including what...
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7 Everyday Things That Can Trigger Hearing Loss
September 24, 2019

7 Everyday Things That Can Trigger Hearing Loss
It’s not just lawn mowers and leaf blowers that can impact your hearing. Find out about ordinary sounds that are...
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Feeling Off-Balance? The Problem Might Be in Your Ears
January 14, 2019

Feeling Off-Balance? The Problem Might Be in Your Ears
If you’re feeling a little unsteady on your feet, it’s not just in your head. It might actually be in...
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Can Cotton Swabs Cause Permanent Ear Damage?
October 5, 2017

Can Cotton Swabs Cause Permanent Ear Damage?
Reaching for a cotton swab whenever your ears feel stuffed or clogged may cause more harm than good. Like an...
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How to Prevent Ear Infections When It’s Cold
September 29, 2017

How to Prevent Ear Infections When It’s Cold
It’s not just kids who get ear infections — adults can have them, too. Here’s how to reduce your risk....
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What Are the Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma?
April 28, 2016

What Are the Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma?
John S. Oghalai, MD, chair of the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, part of Keck...
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5 Important Questions to Ask an Acoustic Neuroma Specialist
March 10, 2016

5 Important Questions to Ask an Acoustic Neuroma Specialist
Acoustic neuromas are the second most common tumor inside the head. Also known as vestibular schwannomas, acoustic neuromas originate from the...
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