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How Often Should You Have Your Hearing Tested? A Guide for Every Age
Approximately 15% of American adults report hearing trouble, and this group includes all adults age 18 and older. It’s essential to monitor your hearing health, even if you don’t believe you have any symptoms of…
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The Benefits of Regular Hearing Aid Checkups
When was the last time you took your hearing aids in for a maintenance checkup? Your hearing aids, like any other electronic device, require regular tune-ups and repairs. You can perform some maintenance tasks at…
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Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Get Your Hearing Checked This Winter
Here are two facts that may shock you: This means that the vast majority of people with hearing loss have untreated hearing loss. There are many reasons why this may be. If you suspect that…
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Subtle Signs You’re Missing Out on Sounds This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a joyful time of year filled with noise and merriment. Being surrounded by familiar, nostalgic holiday music and attending upbeat parties make the season bright. However, if you’re in the beginning…
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What to Expect at a Hearing Evaluation
Studies suggest that people wait, on average, seven years after they begin to suspect they have hearing loss to seek treatment. If you suspect you have hearing loss or are beginning to develop hearing loss,…
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Group Activities that Work Well for Hearing Aid Users
Staying socially active is key for emotional well-being, especially for those with hearing loss. However, group settings can sometimes be challenging for hearing aid users due to background noise, overlapping conversations or poor acoustics. With…
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Does My Sleeping Position Affect My Ear and Hearing Health?
When we think about ear health, we often focus on things like hearing, noise exposure or infections. But your sleeping position can also have a surprising effect on the comfort of your ears. From ear…
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Will Warmer Weather Impact My Hearing Aid Performance?
As spring and summer near, hearing aid users may wonder how increased temperatures and humidity may affect their devices. Nearly 28.8 million people could benefit from using hearing aids. Warmer weather can present some challenges…
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Is Your Home Too Loud? Everyday Noises That Could Be Hurting Your Hearing
Harmful noise levels can exist anywhere, including inside your own home. Understanding how noise impacts your hearing and recognizing potentially harmful sounds in your environment is the first step toward preventing hearing loss and protecting…
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Four Signs It’s Time for an Audiology Appointment
Scheduling a doctor’s appointment isn’t usually something people look forward to, but regular check-ups are an essential part of staying healthy. Most people make it a priority to visit the dentist twice a year and…
