Separating fact from viral fiction during Tinnitus Awareness Week 2026 and beyond. By Stephanie Jaffe, Au.D., HearUSA Open TikTok or Instagram and search for “tinnitus,” and you’ll find a flood of content. Some videos share deeply personal experiences. Others promise simple fixes, offer home remedies, or suggest the ringing will disappear if you just stop thinking about it. While awareness has undeniably increased, accuracy has not always kept pace. The rise in tinnitus content reflects...
Dosimetry is defined by the National Cancer Institute as the ‘Measurement of radiation exposure from X-rays, gamma rays, or other types of radiation used in the treatment or detection of diseases, including cancer.’ As Radioligand Therapy (RLT), a targeted cancer treatment combining therapeutic radioactive isotopes with a cancer specific cell-targeting molecule known as the ligand, gains significant traction as a therapeutic intervention, the need for accurate, robust, and patient-centric dosimetry calculations is more important than...
Gastric Sleeve in Turkey Obesity is a serious condition that negatively affects overall health and quality of life. The majority of people struggling with weight loss also suffer from conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, gastrointestinal problems, and limited mobility. Bariatric surgery is an effective and medically recognised treatment when diet and exercise no longer yield lasting results. Selecting a suitable clinic is the most crucial step in ensuring a safe and successful outcome...
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has emerged as a powerful and widely recognized treatment for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Its innovative approach to processing distressing memories offers profound healing for many. However, like any potent therapeutic intervention, EMDR is not without its potential risks and serious side effects. While the vast majority of clients experience positive outcomes, a comprehensive understanding of the less common but significant dangers is crucial for anyone...
When someone close to you decides to begin rehab, it can stir many emotions at once. Relief that they are seeking help often sits alongside worry, hope, and uncertainty. You may want to be supportive but feel unsure about what actions or words are most helpful. Your presence and understanding during this time can have a lasting impact. By learning what your loved one may be experiencing and responding with care and patience, you help...
By Jorge Rey, AuD, HearUSA As the holiday season begins, families gather around busy tables, friends catch up in lively rooms, and kids fill the background with excitement. It’s a joyful scene — but for many people with hearing loss, it can feel overwhelming and isolating. Instead of joining in, they often find themselves struggling to keep up with the conversation. An estimated 48 million Americans live with some degree of hearing loss, and many...
When someone gets injured, the first instinct is to focus on the immediate pain—the swelling, the bruising, the shock of it all. But what happens after the initial treatment often matters just as much as what happens in the ER. Follow-up care is the quiet hero of the healing process, catching issues that don’t show up right away and guiding patients toward a safe, steady recovery. Whether the injury comes from a fall, a collision,...
Ever wished you could see a doctor without the hassle of commuting, finding parking, or sitting in a crowded waiting room? If you’re nodding right now, you’re not alone. Telehealth – or virtual care – is changing the way Australians look after their health: making it easier, faster, and often more affordable. Especially for folks juggling a busy schedule, living out of town, or who can’t take time off work. In fact, since the early...
Hospitals are not a colonial idea. They existed in India as far back as the 6th century. Travellers from Arabia and Europe wrote about the depth of medical knowledge they saw here. Today, the system looks very different. India, now the world’s most populous country with 1.46 billion people, has a vast mix of public and private healthcare institutions. Doctors and professionals are highly skilled, and the industry is competitive. India has also become the...
When it comes to employee well-being, one-size-fits-none. Some people live for fitness. Others just want to get through the day without back pain. Some crave variety and community. Others want simplicity, comfort, or quiet relief. The truth is: everyone’s wellness journey is unique — and most employer programs have low engagement for just that reason. At Maavee, we’ve created a new model. One that gives people the freedom to define well-being on their terms — and gives...
