Hearing Health Blog

We are surrounded by noise in our everyday existence. Our surroundings—from traffic and yard work to music via personal audio devices—is increasingly loud. Such loud conditions can compromise your hearing if you fail to be cautious. The observance of National Protect Your Hearing Month in October provides the best opportunity to prioritize the maintenance of […]

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Why are women and children sometimes more challenging to hear than men? Perhaps you have observed that some men claim they are unable to hear their wives speaking when they are detailing tasks to be done. Of course, we are joking; however, there are many reasons why it becomes difficult to hear women’s and children’s […]

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If you cope with tinnitus, going on a plane might cause more than just enthusiasm about your destination– it may also come with concerns about intensifying ear symptoms. The loud cabin noise, changing air pressure, and tension related to air travel can all contribute to more intense or irritating tinnitus. Luckily, understanding how flying affects […]

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The fall season is a standout time in the annual calendar. Imagine yourself settling back and enjoying the sounds– kids laughing on Halloween, the leaves crunching as you walk, the fire crackling, and your loved ones around the table at Thanksgiving. Now picture a scenario where you are unable to hear those sounds or they […]

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Have you noticed yourself cranking up the volume on your TV more than usual? Or maybe you’re frequently asking people to repeat what they said. Even though these signals might appear to be minor inconveniences, they could be early signs of hearing impairment. But here’s something you may not expect– your memory could be taking […]

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Hearing loss frequently begins with slight, almost unperceivable changes that can be easy to overlook. Actually, it is usually friends and family who alert somebody to their hearing issue. Although children are regularly assessed, many adults do not think about scheduling a hearing test like they would for their vision. Clues You Might Need a […]

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For parents of infants, finding out that their baby has hearing loss will feel overwhelming and disheartening. Babies who have hearing loss can do well with early detection and treatment, which is good news. Indeed, they are able to gaining linguistic skills, improving their communication skills, and forming profound connections with their surroundings, ultimately giving […]

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Earwax may not be the most glamorous topic, but it plays an important role in keeping your ears healthy. As opposed to other bodily areas, such as your teeth, feet, or skin, which need regular upkeep to stay clean, earwax is typically self-sufficient and doesn’t require constant attention. In fact, trying to remove it too […]

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When a child strains to follow directions, confuses words that have similar sounds, or seems distracted in noisy places, parents may wonder if hearing loss is the issue. But in some cases, the problem may not be with the ears at all: It could be a condition called auditory processing disorder (APD). Although hearing loss […]

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When hearing aids aren’t enough, cochlear implants can unlock a new world of sound and connection. These tiny devices are implanted through surgery and are meant for individuals who have moderate to extreme hearing loss and continue to have difficulty understanding speech despite using hearing aids. Who can potentially gain from a cochlear implant, and […]

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