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World Hearing Day – Hearing Health Topics for 2020

Everyone loves a holiday, especially when it means a day off from work or school. But, some important days are celebrated differently. Take World Hearing Day, for example. This special day comes on March 3rd each year and is promoted … Continue reading

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How Hearing Loss Affects the Whole Family

If you’re married, you likely had the phrase “for better or for worse” somewhere in your marriage vows. When you first say “I do”, however, it’s not always clear what the “for worse” part will entail. It could involve difficult … Continue reading

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8 Tips for Surviving a Cocktail Party with Hearing Loss

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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Your Guide to Traveling With Hearing Loss

For many people, traveling is a great way to expand their horizons, learn about other cultures, and meet new people. If you have hearing loss or other hearing impairment, however, traveling can come with many challenges. With a little knowledge … Continue reading

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Middle Ear Testing – What you need to know

Hearing loss occurs in a variety of people, and for many different reasons. Problems in the middle ear, however, often cause hearing changes in children aged 3 to 5. Fortunately, there are specific tests designed to diagnose middle ear problems. … Continue reading

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

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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Is it Time to Talk to Your Parents About Hearing Aids?

One of the unique aspects of human existence is the role reversal that comes with aging – your parents used to take care of you and provide for your every need, but as you both get older, you find yourself … Continue reading

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Hearing Testing 101 – Part 2: What to Do After a Hearing Test

If you read last month’s blog, you learned about hearing testing – what a hearing test shows, who needs one, and why it’s important. Now that you or a loved one has had a hearing test, can you just sit … Continue reading

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6 Practical Tips For Hearing Aid Care and Maintenance

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

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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