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The Benefits of Hearing Aid Counseling
Roughly one in five people in the Bay Area have some degree of hearing loss. The majority of individuals in San Francisco can benefit from treatment with hearing aids, but learning to use them properly…
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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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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…
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Does Your Ear or Your Brain Hear?
If you’re like most people in San Francisco with a basic understanding of the hearing process, you probably assume your ears are responsible for hearing. In reality, your brain does most of the work! We’re…
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Don’t Let Hearing Loss Ground You
Tips for Flying with Hearing Loss You might be upset that you’re only offered a measly bag of peanuts on your nonstop flight to Dubuque, but individuals with hearing loss have far more to complain…
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Is it Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids?
The Lifespan of Hearing Aids Today’s hearing aids are quality devices built to exacting standards. They are rugged and durable – but not indestructible. With daily exposure to a harsh environment where heat, moisture and…
