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All About Sound Sensitivity: Hyperacusis and Misophonia
If you have a sound sensitivity condition, certain sounds in your environment can seem unbearably loud and/or trigger an extreme reaction. This hypersensitivity can be annoying, painful and even debilitating. The two most prominent types…
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Can Viruses Cause Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is an incredibly complex condition, and there are many factors that can influence hearing health or cause hearing loss. While some of them are well-known—aging and exposure to loud noise, for example—others may…
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Small Habits that Help with Long-Term Hearing Health
Hearing loss is not always inevitable. In fact, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is entirely preventable. That said, it’s estimated that as much as 24% of the general adult population has some degree of NIHL, and…
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New Year, New Hearing, New You!
If any of your New Year’s resolutions were to “live healthier” and “be happier,” here’s an ideal way to accomplish both: Improve your hearing. Stay Healthy With Optimal Hearing When it comes to your overall…
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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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Can Hearing Aids Hear Animal Sounds
Hearing aids are designed to amplify the sounds of life, including the sounds of animals. Whether it’s birds chirping at dawn, a dog barking or a cat purring on your lap, you may wonder if…
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Can a Concussion Affect Hearing?
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) that occurs after a major blow or hit to the head. Upon impact, the brain is bumped inside the skull and hits the sides of the…
