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What You Miss Out on if You Get an OTC Hearing Aid
Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are in the news again as regulators are preparing for their arrival. While they boast a lot of great benefits, there are some important points to consider when deciding if you…
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The Link between Osteoporosis & Hearing Loss
An increase in hearing loss has been linked with a number of conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and even cognitive decline. A study out of South Korea looked to determine if a brittle bone…
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Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss
Not all cases of hearing loss are preventable, but there are ways to lower your risk. Some methods entail protecting your ears from loud noise, while others involve keeping your body healthy in order to…
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Can Wearing Headphones Harm Your Hearing?
With jobs, school and social events moving online over the course of the pandemic, experts have seen a rise in headphone usage. If you are not careful, your headphones could be damaging your hearing. How…
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Common Hearing Aid Problems
While hearing aids are expertly designed electronic devices, that does not make them impervious to scrutiny. This is especially true when someone is wearing hearing aids for the first time, as they do take some…
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How Hearing Aids Can Improve Speech and Memory
Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million people. Left untreated, this condition can lead to social withdrawal, feelings of loneliness, depression, anxiety and even cognitive decline. In spite of its prevalence and these risks, only…
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Helping Your Child Through Hearing Loss
When left untreated, pediatric hearing loss can head to issues with language, speech and social development. Whether your child was recently diagnosed with hearing loss or they have been living with this condition for some…
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How Does Hearing Loss Affect the Brain?
Untreated hearing loss comes with a number of side effects, none more serious than its effect on your brain. Research out of John Hopkins found that even mild hearing loss can increase your risk of…
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October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help…
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How Are Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Connected?
About 15 percent of American adults experience ringing in the ears, known as tinnitus. Tinnitus is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disorder on its own. While experts are not sure what…