Often with hearing loss, people have more severe hearing damage in one ear than the other. Because hearing is sometimes lopsided, and also because hearing devices are pricey, we may be tempted to get only one hearing aid instead of two. But is that recommended? Teamwork Our ears are what we see, so it’s tempting …
Most people enjoy alcoholic drinks occasionally or regularly: we celebrate a special occasion with champagne, we may enjoy a glass of wine with a nice dinner out, or have an ounce or two of liquor to help us relax. When it comes to alcohol, however, there is a fine line between the benefits and the …
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We all know that noise pollution is a bad thing. We buy headphones that filter it out with “noise-cancelling technology” and it can get on our nerves if it goes on too long. Whether it’s a noisy lawnmower next door, loud traffic from a nearby road or airport, or neighbors who can’t keep their voices …
You may know that inner ear issues can cause dizziness and balance disorders; but did you know that these disorders could soon be detected and possibly even remedied with MRI magnets. In 2011, Johns Hopkins Researchers made a discovery: the fluid in the inner ear can be affected by an MRI’s magnetic field. We already …
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Have you ever stopped to just listen? If you sit and just think about what you hear, you may notice things you never noticed before. Maybe you hear background noise from the television or radio, or you hear the cool hum of the fan or a dog barking across the neighborhood. Most of the time …
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Traveling is usually an exciting way to kick back and visit new places. But if you use hearing aids travel can become a bit more complex. Hearing Impaired and On the Road When you are hearing impaired, there may be some difficulties you didn’t anticipate: including issues hearing announcements such as airline boarding calls, as …
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In this modern age, sometimes as we grow older, we can feel devalued. This can stem from a lot of things: with retirement we may feel that we are no longer contributing meaningfully to society, or that we are not being “useful.” Other factors can weigh on us as well. As our bodies age they …
Public settings, such as busy offices, airports or restaurants can be problematic for people with hearing aids. Background noise can interfere with your hearing and make it very frustrating to communicate in a busy environment. Problem Solved…Sometimes A technology called loop systems has been introduced to some public settings, which is changing all of this …
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When retirement is looming, it is necessary to begin to think about healthcare costs and how they will be covered when you are no longer working. Hearing healthcare is a part of those healthcare costs, and must be factored into the equation. An American couple retiring in 2018 may expect a little more than $400,000 …
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It’s summer time! The kids are officially out of school and the sun is shining! It’s time for swimming at the beach and the pool, picnics at the park, and outdoor concerts in the evening. Outdoor concerts and festivals are the perfect opportunity to get outside, meet great people, and often hear great music. Concerts can …
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