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Hearing Loss Detection – Why Your Doctor May Have a Hard Time Diagnosing Hearing Loss

Primary care providers may not always be able to detect hearing loss because they may not consider hearing loss as the underlying cause of symptoms, especially if they are not aware of the patient’s hearing history. During a typical medical…

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A Guide to Buying Hearing Aids

If you have hearing loss, then hearing aids can be a lifesaver. Not only do they help you connect to the people in your life, but they have been found to improve your mood, mobility, and cognitive performance and increase…

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Noise-Induced Hearing Loss is Preventable!

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a type of permanent hearing loss that occurs when exposure to loud noise damages the inner ear. The damage can happen all at once, as in the case of a sudden loud noise, or over…

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Hearing Aids Can Help Prevent Falls & Accidents

Everyday we grow older is a gift to truly enjoy life. Sure, as the years pass it takes more time to focus on our health and well-being but it’s worth it – especially so we can be there to share…

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Hospital Readmission at a Higher Risk for Those with Untreated Hearing Loss

Studies have shown that hearing loss patients are at a higher risk of hospital readmission. Hard-of-hearing hospital patients who have trouble communicating with medical personnel are more likely to end up back in the hospital within 30 days compared to…

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Hearing Loss Among Veterans

Veterans are at a higher risk of hearing loss due to exposure to loud noises during military service. Hearing damage, hearing loss, tinnitus, and related conditions are among the most common types of medical issues for military members.  Tinnitus is…

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A Possible Link between Tinnitus & Painkiller Use

Over the counter painkillers can provide necessary relief. Data from past National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys have shown that more than 80% of women aged 25 years or older reported having used non-prescription painkillers within the past month. While…

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Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!

What better time than the New Year to commit to your hearing health? Integrating the following practices in the new year are ways you can support your hearing health and wellness:  Schedule a hearing test. Even if you do not…

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Benefits of Addressing Hearing Loss with an Action Plan

Hearing loss continues to be widely undertreated even though it is the third most common health condition people live with today. Over 48 million people, nearly 1 in 6, have some degree of hearing loss. But only a third of…

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To Hear For Life, Listen with Care: World Health Org Announces International Safe Listening Standards

Hearing loss is one of the most common health issues people experience today. Over 48 million people live with impaired hearing in the United States. Various factors can cause hearing loss including loud noise exposure. In fact, the World Health…

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