Dr. Izzy’s Sound News

Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

4 Ways Hearing & Vision Work Together

Hearing actually enhances sight, According to a UCLA study, both senses work as a team to help you perceive and participate in the world around you. Study participants ran through a series of trials to correctly identify the direction in which a display of dots moved. Hearing the direction in which the dots were collectively traveling enhanced participants’ ability to see the direction of the movement.

Visually challenged seniors are more likely to experience hearing loss, A study published in the medical journal JAMA Ophthalmology uncovered links between age-related vision and hearing problems. Researchers found that even after considering age, the two conditions are somehow linked and “have a cumulative effect on function and well-being, significantly affecting both physical and mental domains.”

Vision and hearing loss accompany cognitive decline; Research shows that either condition is connected to reduced brain functioning over time. One study found that participants with the most profound vision impairment had the lowest average scores on cognition tests. And hearing-challenged seniors on average may experience significant- ly reduced cognitive function at least three years before their normal-hearing counterparts.

Healthy eyes and ears help you keep your balance. It’s pretty obvious that seeing your best helps you stay upright, but many people may not realize that the inner ear also plays an important role in maintaining balance. Conversely, untreated hearing loss could nearly triple your risk of a fall, per a study from Johns Hopkins. We all know that eyes and ears play a huge role in experiencing life’s adventures. Seeing and hearing the people, places, and moments that matter create wonderful, lasting memories. What fewer people know is that sight and hearing are intertwined. Here are four reasons to make regular checkups for hearing and vision an important part of your wellness plan:

Hearing and vision work together to help you live your best life, so remember to keep them both healthy. Start with a hearing checkup by contacting us today! 732-818-3610 (Toms River & Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin).

Dr. Izzy & his Staff are always available to answer any hearing care questions you may have. Visit us at www.gardenstate hearing.com.

He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

Brick PBA Basketball Game To Raise Funds To Help Township Families

BRICK – The Brick Township PBA Local 230 will hold its 33rd Annual Helping Hands Benefit Basketball Game on April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Riviera Middle School. Members of PBA Local 230 will take on the Brick Township High School Green Dragons Football Team in a game of basketball to raise funds for the families of Billy Paterno and John Lynch.

Billy Paterno is a 2-year-old who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. John

Lynch is a teacher at Brick Township High School who recently suffered a stroke. The funds raised by the game will go to Billy and John’s families to help deal with the financial hardships caused by their health conditions.

Tickets are $5 per adult and $3 per student. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For information, call Officers Joe DeLuca, John Turrin or Mike Zolezi at 732-262-1100.

Brick UNICO Texas Hold’Em Tournament

BRICK – Brick UNICO Texas Hold’Em Tournament will be on May 5 from 7 to 11 p.m. at VFW Post 8867, 373 Adamston Road. First card dealt at 7 p.m. $100 Buy-In; $500 chip bonus if registration sent in by April

28. Prize Distribution: Final table receives Visa gift cards.

For more information or to register contact Phil Terranova at 908-783-0384, or Alan Floria at 732-920-9222.