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Preserving Hearing for life. We energize your ears, so that you can mingle with the people you love! It takes an experienced professional.

LFH is committed to providing thorough hearing evaluations, personalized assessment of listening needs and lifestyle, and a choice of hearing aids or hearing safety equipment from top manufacturers. LFH seeks to differentiate itself from commodity hearing aid suppliers (e.g., Costco) by providing a higher level and more specialized consultation and care. Providing well fit hearing aids and a personal hearing treatment plan to stimulate healthy hearing and cognitive function, is vital to the prevention of dementia. It takes more than a hearing aid to hear clearly and stimulate the brain.

10/15/2025

Hearing the Call: 2026 Trips Update

This fall, Hearing the Call has made several trips making an impact in Peru, Zambia, and South Africa— and the journey isn’t slowing down.

Next up:
🇬🇹 Guatemala
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇯🇲 Jamaica

Each trip is a chance to Go, Give, and Grow — going beyond ourselves, giving from the heart, and growing as a global community.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a life-changing experience in 2026. Space is limited, and trips will open to the public at the beginning of November!

10/14/2025

We at Lake Forest Hearing want to remind you to protect your hearing during National Audiologist Awareness Month.

Noise from concerts, earbuds, or even lawnmowers can cause lasting damage.

Simple steps make a big difference:
• Keep the volume down
• Take listening breaks
• Use hearing protection when it’s loud

If you have any concerns, give us a call at (847) 295-1185.

10/07/2025

Hearing isn’t just about your ears—it’s about your brain.

Untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of cognitive decline, memory challenges, and social isolation.

This month, let’s shine a light on the connection between hearing and brain health.

Better hearing = better living. If you would like to experience the difference, stop by our offices or call, (847) 295-1185.

10/05/2025

The CDC reports 1 in 8 children suffer from permanent hearing loss due to noise exposure. Kids aren’t just listening too loud, they’re listening all day long.
Wearing headphones or earbuds for hours on end whether during school, commuting, or gaming, puts nonstop strain on their ears. Even at moderate volume, prolonged use can cause lasting damage to the delicate hair cells inside the inner ear.
Our ears need quiet moments to recover. Constant noise exposure without breaks doesn’t just harm hearing, it can affect brain function and focus too.
It’s not just about turning down the volume, it’s about taking breaks. Encouraging kids to unplug regularly and build in “ear rest gaps” can protect their hearing now and for life.
Quiet isn’t boring — it’s essential. Unplug to recharge.

10/05/2025

Noise-induced hearing loss doesn’t just make sounds harder to hear - it makes the brain work harder to understand them.

When hearing is damaged, the brain gets a weaker signal. Over time, this reduced input can lead to decreased brain activity in areas responsible for sound, memory, and focus. The result? Mental fatigue, poor concentration, and even changes in brain structure.

This isn’t just about loud noise, it’s about too much sound, too often, with no time to recover.

Protecting hearing isn’t just ear care, it’s brain care.

Build in the quiet. Enjoy Ear Rest Gaps. Get your ERGs!

10/05/2025

In the month of August we are highlighting the link between the heart and hearing health. ❤️👂

Here’s something you might not know:
High cholesterol can cause microvascular damage in the inner ear, which may contribute to hearing loss over time.

Your ears need blood flow to bring nutrients and oxygen to the cells, and to remove waste produced by the hearing cells changing sound into electricity. 🩺🎧

10/05/2025

Did you know high blood pressure can quietly affect your hearing? 👂🩺

When blood pressure is too high over time, it can strain and narrow small blood vessels - including those that supply the cochlea, the part of the inner ear responsible for translating sound into electrical signals your brain can understand.

This reduced blood flow can lead to cell damage and gradual hearing loss, often before any obvious symptoms of heart disease appear.

❤️ Your hearing is closely connected to your cardiovascular health.
Regular cellular auditory exams can help catch early warning signs.

10/05/2025

Last week, we shared how hypertension can quietly impact your hearing.
This week’s silent clue? Diabetes. 👂❤️

Diabetes can cause microvascular damage - tiny blood vessel changes can disrupt blood flow to the inner ear, depriving its cells of oxygen, nutrients, and proper waste removal. As a result, toxins can build up in the cells, killing sensory hair cells and leading to hearing loss.

🩺 Your ears are more connected to your overall health than you might think! Hearing loss is often detected before any other signs of heart trouble appear.

10/05/2025

Your hearing is more sensitive to blood flow than you might think. 👂🩸

This week in our August series, we’re focusing on how reduced circulation can quietly damage your hearing - often before other symptoms of heart disease appear.

The inner ear relies on a constant supply of oxygen-rich blood. When circulation slows, even slightly, the tiny hair cells responsible for detecting sound can become damaged - and unlike other cells in the body, they don’t regenerate.

That’s why hearing loss can be one of the earliest signs of cardiovascular issues.

🫀 Your ears might be telling you something your heart hasn’t yet.
Listen early. Act early.

10/05/2025

Have you ever heard a rhythmic whooshing or pulsing sound in your ears? 👂💓

That’s called pulsatile tinnitus, a symptom which can result from turbulent blood flow caused by cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension or vascular abnormalities near the ear.

Because pulsatile tinnitus may indicate underlying heart or vascular issues, it serves as an important clinical warning sign linking hearing health to cardiovascular health.

If you’re experiencing these symptoms, we encourage you to schedule a diagnositc audiotry exam at DUET. Early detection can help protect both your hearing and heart health.

10/05/2025

Did you know your inner ear is one of the most energy-demanding systems in your body ? It relies on mitochondria to keep up. ⚡

Mitochondria in your cochlea generate the energy needed to fire auditory nerve cells and process speech sounds instantly. When these cellular power plants weaken or fail, it can lead to slower signal transmission and difficulty understanding speech - especially in noisy environments.

🧬 Hearing loss isn’t always about volume. Sometimes, it’s about energy at the cellular level.

10/05/2025

Hearing might feel effortless but it’s actually the most energy-demanding sense your body has. 🧠⚡

When you listen, multiple brain regions work together to decode sound, and depends on the mitochondria to fuel that activity.

When hearing loss is left untreated, your brain compensates by using more energy, increasing oxidative stress and accelerating mitochondrial aging. Over time, this can lead to mental fatigue, reduced cognitive efficiency, and even changes in memory and focus.

Hearing well isn’t just about sound, it’s about protecting your brain’s energy supply. Make sure you are checking the health of your cells!

Address

267 E Westminster Road
Lake Forest, IL
60045

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+18472951185

Website

http://lakeforesthearing.com/

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