Conversing in a noisy restaurant isn't just difficult for many older adults - it's nearly impossible. Nonetheless, innovative research from Northwestern University, spearheaded by Nina Kraus, indicates that hope exists. Through dedicated practice, ...

Social connections are important, but new research reveals how loneliness and social isolation impact our health. Researchers discovered that loneliness and social isolation increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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A study found lycopene, a nutrient found in tomatoes and other red fruits, might help protect against age-related hearing loss, particularly in men. Healthy hearing is vital for physical and cognitive health because it decreases the risk of falls, ...

Scientists have identified the gene responsible for a common ear condition affecting children with Down syndrome. The discovery could lead to new treatments for otitis media with effusion (OME), commonly known as 'glue ear.' Roughly half of all children ...

Researchers at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine discovered a link between diet and brain health. The study found that certain nutrients in common vegetables safeguard our brains from Alzheimer's disease.

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Researchers at Harvard Medical School have uncovered how our brains process sound and touch. The findings help explain why people who lose hearing can develop an enhanced sense of touch — a phenomenon experienced by Ludwig van Beethoven.

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Nature enthusiasts are hitting the trails in record numbers. But this surge in outdoor recreation creates an unexpected challenge: noise pollution that significantly impacts wildlife in ways we're only beginning to understand.

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An engineering team at the University of Washington has developed a groundbreaking solution that could change how we communicate in noisy environments. Their "sound bubble" headphones promise to revolutionize personal audio technology.

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Results of a new study show that glucose levels affect voice characteristics, specifically the fundamental frequency. The researchers measured glucose levels using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). As the participants' glucose levels changed, their ...