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8 Tips for Surviving a Cocktail Party with Hearing Loss

Posted on December 4, 2019 by admin

Whether it’s for work, school, or some other social function, attending a cocktail party is a common occurrence these days. This is especially true during the holiday season when parties are scheduled in close succession and easily fill up your … Continue reading →

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Is Hearing Loss Genetic?

Posted on September 29, 2019 by admin

When a baby is born, parents are often anxious to see who the baby resembles – does she have daddy’s eyes, mommy’s nose, grandpa’s ears? Even more questions arise when the baby is born with a medical problem, such as … Continue reading →

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Can Exercising Cause Hearing Loss?

Posted on September 14, 2019 by admin

Crash! Bang! Boom! Are we on a construction site? No, these are just sounds of the gym … or at least some gyms. Between weight lifters dropping heavy weights, coaches yelling words of encouragement, and loud music cranking to keep … Continue reading →

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Can Working With Chemicals Cause Hearing Loss?

Posted on September 1, 2019 by admin

It’s common knowledge that working in the construction industry can put you at risk for work-related injuries. From working at great heights with the risk of falling, to operating loud machinery that can cause noise-induced hearing loss, there’s ample opportunity … Continue reading →

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Aural Rehabilitation – A Comprehensive Plan For Hearing Loss Treatment

Posted on March 15, 2019 by admin

Some of the best things in life go under-appreciated, until they’re gone. For example, can you remember a time when you didn’t realize how much you cared about someone until they were no longer around? The same is true of … Continue reading →

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Ear Candling – A Safe Earwax Removal Technique, or Not?

Posted on January 29, 2019 by admin

Today’s society is built around independence, with a strong push towards Do-It-Yourself projects. When it comes to health issues, however, using DIY techniques such as ear candling, can often prove to be ineffective and sometimes even cause additional problems. What … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why You Should Have Smartphone Hearing Aids

Posted on October 5, 2018 by admin

To say that the cell phone industry has taken off in the last decade is an understatement. Combine rapidly developing cell phone technology with recent improvements in hearing devices, and you have some really amazing technology. Technology that can have … Continue reading →

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A Child with Hearing Loss CAN be Successful at School!

Posted on September 28, 2018 by admin

If you have a child with hearing loss, you’re well aware of the challenges they face, and you’ve likely found ways to adapt your home environment to meet their needs. But what happens when they reach school age and must … Continue reading →

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6 Practical Tips For Hearing Aid Care and Maintenance

Posted on August 24, 2018 by admin

When you made the choice to purchase a hearing aid, you made an investment in yourself and your ability to interact with the world around you. With proper care and maintenance, your hearing aid should provide you with many years … Continue reading →

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Oto-acoustic Emission Testing is Beneficial for Hearing Screening

Posted on June 22, 2018 by admin

Did you know that there is more than one way to screen for hearing loss? Often, when the term “hearing test” is used, people picture the test in which an individual wears headphones, and indicates whether or not they can … Continue reading →

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