SH Audiology

04/13/2026

The effects of hearing loss can be wide-ranging. In a population-based study from the CDC, about 40% of young adults with childhood hearing loss reported experiencing at least one limitation in daily functioning.

If you’re struggling to hear, make an appointment with one of our providers today.

04/08/2026

Ringing in your ears can feel exhausting, but if you already wear hearing aids, relief might be closer than you think. Wearing your devices regularly can help reduce listening stress and anxiety, and turning up amplified background sound may help cover up the tinnitus so your brain can focus on ambient noise instead.

If you have hearing loss and tinnitus, talk with your hearing specialist about the settings on your devices and how to use them for tinnitus support!

04/07/2026

Today, we celebrate World Health Day, an excellent time to speak with your loved ones about their own healthy habits and health care needs.

Remember that we’re all in this together!

04/06/2026

If your hearing aids don’t always feel ‘right’ in different places, newer AI-powered devices may help. Some AI hearing aids use machine-learning algorithms to analyze your sound environment and automatically adjust for a better listening experience.

If you’re a returning patient, bring a list of your “trouble spots” (restaurants, work meetings, family gatherings) to your next visit so your audiologist can match features to your lifestyle!

04/03/2026

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(415) 362-2901 | We know that it can be nerve-wracking to take a test or start a new program, even when you know it’ll be good for your health and overall well-being. If you have an appointment for a hearing test coming up and you’re feeling anxious about it, know you’re not alone.…

04/01/2026

Wishing you a happy Passover filled with peace, reflection and togetherness!

03/23/2026

Hearing loss affects many people worldwide, with an estimated 400 million people, including 34 million children, living with disabling hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization.

If left untreated, this form of hearing loss has been proven to affect health and quality of life over time.

03/20/2026

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(415) 362-2901 | We love the renewed energy we feel when spring finally starts to make itself known, and the itch to start a new house project and work in the yard. In the excitement, don’t forget to protect your hearing. Many appliances and tools we use are far too loud for our…

03/18/2026

Today’s AI-enabled hearing aids learn from your environments and adapt automatically, which is great for busy, noisy days.

Set up location-based modes (home, office, favorite café) and ask us to prioritize the voices you hear most often for easier conversations. If listening still feels tiring, a quick fine-tune can reduce fatigue without sacrificing clarity.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Have a great time with family and friends.

03/16/2026

Do migraines appear as your tinnitus worsens? You’re not imagining the connection: these conditions can share triggers such as stress and poor sleep.

Build a simple routine: lower daily stress with brief mindfulness, keep a consistent bedtime, and avoid loud sound exposure to help with both
If symptoms escalate, we’ll tailor a plan that addresses your tinnitus so you can get back to your day with fewer flare-ups!

03/09/2026

We often think of hearing loss as an age-related disorder, but it’s not always so simple.

According to the World Report on Hearing, determining factors of whether someone has or does not have hearing loss can include genetics, biological, psychosocial and environmental factors.