Listening

As you likely remember, back in 2022, the FDA approved the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, which, for the first time, allowed consumers to purchase hearing aids without going to an audiologist, getting a prescription and often paying thousands of dollars. It was anticipated that this new option would…

It’s one of the sad rights of passage as you get older to experience loss. Whether it’s your parents, a spouse, another loved one, or a friend, few of us reach our later years without experiencing loss several times over. And just because you are exposed to loss doesn’t mean…

As we’ve previously noted, demographic changes mean that some of us may never have the experience of being a grandparent. But if you are a grandparent or will become one, you’re in good company. Worldwide, it’s estimated that 20% of the population- about 1.5 billion people- are grandparents. For those…

It’s likely that most of us have a favorite song or musical artist from our younger days. But what about today? Are you still listening to your favorite songs from days gone by? Have you discovered new artists you enjoy? Have you become a Taylor Swift devotee or are you…

Despite the fact that the options for hearing aids have greatly increased, and the prices of such devices have dropped (though they are still too pricey for many), it doesn’t seem that older adults are flocking to their local Best Buy or audiologist to get on the path to better…

If you listen to podcasts, you’re not alone. For sure. According to available data, over 450 million people worldwide listen to podcasts with over 4 million podcasts from which to choose. Previously we’ve suggested a range of podcasts that might interest agebuzz readers, on issues having to do with aging…