S8 E19: Listen Up: Why Taking Care of Your Hearing Health Matters With Heidi Hill, AuD

In this episode of Life Time Talks, hosts Jamie Martin and David Freeman interview audiologist Heidi Hill about hearing health. Heidi explains how the auditory system works and its connection to balance and overall health. The discussion covers safe and unsafe noise levels, the impact of chronic noise exposure, and different types of hearing loss, including conductive and sensorineural hearing loss. Heidi emphasizes the importance of hearing protection, regular hearing tests, and the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline. She also provides tips for maintaining hearing health, such as using sound level meter apps, choosing high-quality headphones, and treating hearing loss with appropriate interventions.