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Misdiagnosis in Children: Learning Disability or Childhood Hearing Loss?

Childhood hearing loss is more common than you might think, affecting 15% of children ages 6 to 19, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Yet, it’s often confused with learning disabilities in school age children. Why … Continue reading

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9 Tips For Communicating Effectively With People With Hearing Loss

It’s Better Hearing and Speech Month, one of our favorite months of the year. Why? Simply because there’s a concentrated effort to raise awareness about communication disorders and how treatment for these conditions can help those who live with hearing … Continue reading

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How Hearing Loss Increases Loneliness

Loneliness is a feeling we’ve all experienced at some point in our lives, perhaps even more frequently in the past few years thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, what is likely an occasional feeling for most of us is a … Continue reading

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How Do Spring Allergies Affect Your Ears

According to the calendar, it’s officially spring. Many people look forward to this time of year as a welcome reprieve from cooler wintertime temperatures. Plus, the birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and colors are vibrant. If you suffer from … Continue reading

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Professional Earwax Removal: Is It Necessary?

Excessive earwax or an earwax buildup is more common than you might think. If you’ve ever experienced it yourself, you can probably attest to the pain or discomfort that such a buildup can cause. However, is it possible to get … Continue reading

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9 Famous Celebrities Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

When you think of famous celebrities, do you picture people who have it all? Riches, fame, multi-million dollar mansions, homes on a tropical island, and the freedom to do or buy whatever they want. While many well-known people do enjoy these perks … Continue reading

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5 Tips For Protecting Your Hearing Aids This Summer

It’s officially summer and it’s HOT! One sure way to get cool is to spend some time in the water, but that can often present challenges for hearing aid wearers. Learning the basics of protecting your hearing aids from moisture is key … Continue reading

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6 Reasons to Get a Hearing Test

If you lead a busy life, it can be a struggle to prioritize exactly what’s important. It’s easy to let things like work, family, and school take precedence over your own health. Maybe you get a yearly physical, but when … Continue reading

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10 Signs You Need Your Hearing Tested

Have your friends or loved ones been encouraging you to get your hearing tested? If so, there’s likely a good reason … or even more than one.  The trouble is, others may recognize your hearing loss before you do. While that … Continue reading

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How Hearing Aids Help You Stay Young

“Hearing aids help you stay young.” Do you believe that statement? We do. Sure, using hearing aids has often been viewed as an inevitable part of growing old. But, it’s not so much about the aging process as it is … Continue reading

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