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All About Bluetooth Hearing Aids

Today’s hearing aids are savvy and innovative pieces of technology. Similar to most electronic devices we use today (think of your smartphone), hearing aids have also experienced significant and exciting advancements. There are innovative features and technologies that allow hearing…

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Hearing Loss is Associated with a 91% Increased Risk for Dementia

A new study shows that hearing loss can increase the risk for dementia by 91%! This supports extensive research which shows that hearing loss can contribute to cognitive decline. The number of people living with dementia is projected to triple…

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This November, Test Your Hearing in Honor of American Diabetes Month

Studies show that people with diabetes can be more than twice as likely to experience hearing loss. This November is American Diabetes Month and a great way to participate and prioritize your health is by scheduling a hearing test! Scope…

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Why Your Ears Are Ringing   

Have you ever experienced a ringing sound in your ears? Maybe after a concert, or being out with friends at a dinner, or even back to back work meetings. This is known as tinnitus, a ringing like noise heard in…

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Protect Your Hearing while Using Headphones   

Headphones are an everyday item for many of us. Whether it is listening to music or a podcast while running errands, talking on the phone, or participating in work meetings onlines; headphones are widely used. Though headphones help us navigate…

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Hearing Loss: The Most Common Work-Related Injury in the US 

Hearing loss impacts over 48 million people, making it the third most common chronic medical condition people experience today. Nearly 1 in 6 people have some degree of imapired hearing which can be caused by numerous factors. Data actually shows…

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Certain Workplaces Pose a Higher Risk of Hearing Loss    

Loud noise is a common cause of hearing loss. One time or consistent exposure to loud noise can damage the auditory system – the sensory system for hearing. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, 22 million people…

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All About Different Hearing Aid Features 

Hearing aids are an important and exciting investment in your health and wellness. Today’s hearing aids, similar to most electronic devices, have experienced significant innovation over the years. There is a wide range of styles, features, and technologies that are…

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Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test for World Alzheimer’s Month

September marks World Alzheimer’s Month. Did you know that treating hearing loss can help reduce the risk of dementia? According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, there are 55 million people living with dementia globally. This is expected to rapidly increase, reaching…

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Why Pretending to Hear Doesn’t Help

Do you ever find yourself in a noisy restaurant or bar, with loud music blasting and multiple people talking at once? It’s no surprise it’s hard to hear when it’s this loud! At first, when you can’t hear someone, you…

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