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Headphone Safety Tips for Preserving Your Hearing
It’s believed that about 20 percent of the adult population in the Bay Area struggles with hearing loss to some extent. Many people associate hearing impairment with senior citizens, but in reality, the condition affects…
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Reducing Pressure in the Ears
Colds, flu and allergies can leave San Francisco residents feeling miserable this time of year. In addition to a runny or stuffy nose, watery eyes, fever, aches and pains, you might also experience pain and…
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Why is Tinnitus Still Such a Mystery?
Lots of people experience a ringing in their ears in San Francisco—and it’s got nothing to do with cable car bells. Tinnitus affects about one out of every five people in the Bay Area. Despite…
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Hearing Health Myths in San Francisco
People with hearing loss in San Francisco are old. Hearing loss won’t affect any other aspect of their health, so what’s the big deal? Hearing loss is inevitable anyway. Hearing aids won’t help. Hearing aids…
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Essential Oils: Non-Essential Hearing Loss Solutions
With approximately one out of every five people suffering from hearing loss in San Rafael, it’s “natural” to look for a way to improve your hearing. Many people view essential oils as a breakthrough treatment…
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What is An Acoustic Neuroma?
Most cases of hearing loss in San Rafael can be attributed to aging or noise exposure, but certain medical conditions may also play a role. An acoustic neuroma can cause hearing impairment, tinnitus, dizziness and…
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Bill Expanding Hearing Aid Coverage for Minors Heads to California Senate
A bill to expand hearing aid coverage for minors in California is heading to the Senate for a vote. Audiologists in San Francisco applaud the measure, because hearing loss in children is especially problematic. How…
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Some Chemicals Might Lead to Hearing Loss
Individuals with hearing loss in San Francisco can usually blame excess noise or the aging process for their condition. While these are the most common factors associated with impaired hearing, they aren’t the only ones.…
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Don’t Let Hearing Loss Hurt Your Career
More and more people are pushing back retirement, choosing to work into their golden years. With better health care translating to longer lifespans, that only makes sense – why sit around bored for 10-20 years…
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AAD & the Cocktail Party Effect
If you’ve ever been to a cocktail party in San Rafael and are hearing impaired, you know how difficult it can be to hold a one-on-one conversation with somebody. The brain’s inability to focus on…
