It feels like a double whammy. As we age, we are likely
to experience some degree of hearing loss. And now,
we are learning that hearing loss may be a factor in
the risk of developing cognitive issues, even dementia.
Since communication difficulties are one of the earliest signs of dementia, audiologists are poised to make timely and appropriate referrals when necessary, which can improve long-term outcomes by allowing earlier diagnosis and management of cognitive decline.
Avid shooters, hunters, and sportsmen and women know that getting outside is one of the best ways to relieve stress. But, when it comes to your ears, these activities are anything but peaceful. In fact, they are one of the top ways to wreak havoc on your hearing.
Ole Miss Alumni Association Announces Inaugural 40 Under 40 Recipients
“The Class of 2022 truly represents the young alumni from Ole Miss with careers in television, government affairs, philanthropy and even the outdoors,” said Sunny Brown (BSFCS 09, MA 11)
Episode 50 | OtoPro Technologies with Dr. Grace Sturdivant
In ear hearing protection and technology can be confusing. Dr. Grace Sturdivant of OtoPro Technologies joins us to simplify some of this information, as well as tell some of the awesome products they offer.
Dr. Grace Gore Sturdivant talks about her love for speech pathology and helping people communicate. Her mission was to create autonomy in the pathology industry while creating new ways of giving people the opportunity to protect their hearing.
Dr. Grace Sturdivant is a Doctor of Audiology from Jackson, Mississippi. A graduate of Ole Miss and Vanderbilt, Grace has pursued hearing protection in the arena of shooting sports through her company, Otopro Technologies .
OtoPro is your personal hearing conservation concierge. Grace’s expertise allows her to vet, recommend, and
provide the ideal product, brands, and manufacturers that are tailored to meet each client’s specific hearing needs.
