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Newsbriefs: Poor hearing; Managing incontinence; Knee arthritis; Aerobic Exercise Benefits

Sep 21, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Poor Hearing Linked to Worse Physical Function A study published in JAMA Network Open, June 25, suggests that older adults with hearing impairment may have worse physical function and decline faster over time compared to those with normal hearing. For the study, researchers analyzed data from 2,956 older adults, mean … Read More

Ask the Doctor: September 2021

Aug 24, 2021 · Maurizio Fava, MD · Bones & Joints

Q. I have seen ads for smartphone apps that offer mental health counseling. Is it a good idea to try therapy in this way? A. The rise of so-called “mobile therapy” has certainly encouraged more people to reach out for help. But what they are getting for their time and … Read More

The Latest in Hearing Aid Technology

Aug 24, 2021 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

Technological advancements have vastly improved hearing aids. Sound processing is more like natural hearing, the aids are more comfortable, and there are advanced features, such as ear-to-ear coordination and Bluetooth. Ear-to-ear means that the hearing aids “talk” to each other for better spatial awareness. It’s increasingly standard in newer hearing … Read More

Newsbriefs: Fiber; Cardiac rehab; Pulmonary rehabilitation centers; Hearing loss

Aug 24, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Don’t Flunk Fiber Only 5 percent of men and 9 percent of women are getting the recommended daily amount of dietary fiber, according to a study presented at the American Society for Nutrition annual meeting in June. For the study, researchers analyzed data from more than 14,600 people whose fiber … Read More

Don’t Let Age-Related Macular Degeneration Steal Your Sight

Jul 26, 2021 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

Most of us experience vision changes as we get older. Some changes are a normal part of aging, but others may signal the presence of an eye disease. For example, blurriness, haziness, or distortion in your central field of vision—the area you see when you look straight ahead—are symptoms of … Read More

Have You Experienced Momentary Vision Loss?

Jul 22, 2021 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

You’re sitting at home enjoying your favorite TV show and all of a sudden the vision in one eye just goes away. You didn’t poke it or scratch it, and you certainly weren’t doing anything strenuous. After a brief delay, your sight returns. It’s a bit blurry, but you regain … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Causes of blurry vision; Insomnia and coronary heart disease

Jun 23, 2021 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Bones & Joints

What causes blurry vision? Blurry vision can be caused by what ophthalmologists call a “refractive error,” which occurs when the shape of the eye prevents light from focusing directly on the retina. Common refractive errors include nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Another common cause of blurry vision is presbyopia, an age-related … Read More

On the Horizon: New Treatments for Acute Macular Degeneration

Jun 23, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision impairment in people age 65 and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While it doesn’t cause complete blindness, it can significantly impact your central vision; moreover, its damage occurs so slowly you may not realize you … Read More

Cochlear Implants May Help You Hear Better

Apr 21, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Nearly 25 percent of U.S. adults ages 65 to 74 and 50 percent of those age 75 and older have disabling hearing loss, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. While it can be irritating not to be able to clearly hear the television or keep … Read More

Stay Safe and Active with Low Vision

Apr 21, 2021 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

The term “low vision” is defined as a visual impairment that cannot be restored with corrective devices, medical therapy, or surgical treatment. You may have low vision as a result of age-related changes or a specific eye condition; whatever the cause, there are resources available that can help you continue … Read More

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