May marks Better Hearing and Speech Month each year — an annual reminder from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association that hearing health is a year-round priority. This May, the question worth asking is simple: when did you last have your hearing evaluated?

Who Should Get a Hearing Evaluation

The honest answer is almost everyone. Adults over 50 should have a baseline hearing evaluation even without symptoms — hearing changes gradually enough that self-assessment is unreliable. Adults of any age with occupational or recreational noise exposure should be screened annually. Anyone noticing communication difficulty, asking people to repeat themselves, or turning up the television volume should schedule without delay.

What the Evaluation Involves

A comprehensive hearing evaluation at Embrace Hearing takes approximately 60 minutes. It includes a detailed case history, otoscopic examination, and a full audiological battery including pure-tone air and bone conduction testing and speech discrimination assessment. Results are explained in detail, with recommendations tailored to your specific findings.

What You Walk Away With

Every patient leaves with a complete audiogram, a clear explanation of their hearing status, and — if applicable — recommendations for next steps. There is no pressure to purchase anything. The evaluation exists to give you accurate information about your hearing health.

Better Hearing Month Special

Embrace Hearing is scheduling comprehensive evaluations throughout May. Contact us to reserve your appointment. Your hearing health deserves the same attention as every other aspect of your wellness.