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Tips to Ease Communication with Face Masks & Hearing Loss

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, face masks have become a normal part of our lives. While many suspected that the arrival of the vaccine would reduce the need to use masks in public, a continued public…

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Supporting a Loved One with Hearing Loss

With 48 million people in the US alone affected by hearing loss, there is a big chance that someone you know and care about is struggling with this condition. If you do then, perhaps you are wondering how you can…

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Can Air Pollution Affect Our Hearing Abilities?

There are several causes of hearing damage. Most people know that loud noise can damage your hearing, but did you know that your environment may be another serious factor? A 2020 study examined the effect of those in area with…

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Know Alzheimer’s Disease: Treat Hearing Loss in September during World Alzheimer’s Month

Participate in World Alzheimer’s Month by scheduling a hearing test! Treating hearing loss reduces the risk of experiencing cognitive decline and developing conditions like Alzheimer’s. Launched in 2012, this international campaign creates awareness and challenges the stigma associated with dementia.…

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Hearing Loss Patients at Higher Risk of Hospital Readmission

Recent studies show that people with hearing loss are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital compared to people without hearing loss. Hearing loss results in a reduced capacity to detect and process sound. This produces numerous symptoms that…

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Protecting Your Child’s Hearing at School

Back to school time is approaching! You may find yourself buying new school supplies, clothes, and making other arrangements for your kids to be back in school. While thinking about and making preparations for the upcoming school year, it is…

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As an Invisible Condition, Hearing Loss Often Goes Ignored

Hearing loss is one of the most pervasive health conditions people experience today. Impacting nearly 48 million people, the number of people with hearing loss is expected to grow exponentially. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 1  billion people…

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All About Assistive Listening Devices

There is a range of diverse technologies designed to maximize hearing in different environments. If you have hearing loss, you likely utilize hearing aids to provide critical support as you navigate daily life. In addition to hearing aids, there are…

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A Link Between Gout & Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is a pervasive medical condition that nearly 48 million people navigate. It is estimated that 1 in 5 people have some degree of hearing loss in one or both ears. A chronic and permanent health condition, hearing loss…

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Headphones & Hearing Aids

Music lovers are often the most pleased by the results of hearing aids. Whether attending a concert or listening to records in the comfort of their own homes, hearing aids not only raise the volume of the world but they…

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