Zero Tolerance Policy for Patients
Zero Tolerance Policy for Patient Behavior At Carolina Ear, Nose & Throat Sinus and Allergy Center, we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all patients and staff. To protect the well-being of our team and maintain the integrity of our clinic, we have adopted the following Zero Tolerance Policy regarding…
Vada Sayers
Vada Sayers is from Akron, Ohio, and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a certificate in Manual Communication from the University of Akron in 2022. She is currently in her fourth year of the Doctor of Audiology program at the Northeast Ohio Audiology Consortium (NOAC). Vada also holds a certification in Interprofessional Hearing…
Are You Enabling a Loved One’s Hearing Loss
Watching someone close to you struggle with hearing can be difficult and naturally, you want to help. Whether you’re repeating things more often or stepping in to assist with conversations, your actions likely come from a place of love. But sometimes, these well-meaning efforts can delay your loved one from seeking the care they need….
How Do I Know If I Need a Hearing Test?
Hearing loss is more common than many realize, with about 15% of Americans reporting some level of difficulty hearing. Because hearing changes often happen gradually, it’s common for people to overlook the early signs. In many cases, it’s a loved one who first points out the need to get a hearing test. Catching hearing loss…
Jessica Adams
Jessica Adams is a licensed practitioner by the North Carolina Medical Board and holds active certification with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. A native to North Carolina, Jessica began her studies at Western Carolina University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Biology to lay a strong foundation for her future in medicine….
What Hearing Tests Can Reveal About Your Overall Health
Hearing tests can do more than assess how you hear. They also have the potential to provide valuable insights into your overall health. Because the auditory system is closely connected to other parts of the body, certain hearing issues can signal underlying medical conditions. Here’s what a hearing test might reveal about your health. Signs…
Is Your Home Too Loud? Everyday Noises That Could Be Hurting Your Hearing
Have you ever considered what sounds around your home could be harming your hearing? Understanding the impacts of the sounds around your home could help you protect your hearing in the long run. How Hearing Loss Happens Inside your inner ear, tiny hair cells help transmit sound signals to your brain. Unlike other cells in…
Why Do Adult Allergies Happen?
Even though most people develop allergies in childhood, there are many who develop new allergies well into adulthood. How Allergies Work Regardless of when you develop allergies, the mechanism is the same. Your body identifies a harmless substance (like pollen) as a threat and creates antibodies in response. The next time you come into contact…
Allergies Worse in the Morning? It Might Be Dust Mites
Do you wake up every morning with itchy eyes and a runny nose? If you’ve noticed that your allergy symptoms always seem worse in the morning, it may be due to an incredibly common culprit: dust mites. What are Dust Mites? Dust mites are microscopic pests. They are closely related to ticks and spiders and…
Can Allergies Affect Your Ears?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that 25.7% of adults in the United States have seasonal allergies. While seasonal allergies, or hay fever, are most commonly associated with symptoms like nasal congestion, sneezing and itchy, watery eyes, sometimes allergies can affect your ears as well. Allergies and Ear Pain If you have…