Did you know hearing impairment affects more than 36 million people in the US? Approximately one sixth of American adults suffer from a degree of hearing loss, and almost 10% of children between six and 19 experience hearing loss. Seeing how common this issue is, you may be curious as to whether you or a …
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Do you make New Year Resolutions? Some people do and some people don’t, but regardless there is just something about a new year that makes us a little bit introspective: wanting to start fresh and make new goals. Many people make goals regarding health or finances: lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more, make more money…. …
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Did you know permanent hearing loss is irreversible? That’s why it is critical to slow and avoid hearing loss any way possible. Check out these tips to help you safeguard your hearing avoid future hearing loss. Turn it Down We have entertainment at our fingertips: we can listen to music everywhere we go, at home …
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What a year 2020 was! From global pandemic, stay-at-home orders, business closures, worrying about family members and the election… I think we are all ready for a break from the excitement. As we begin a brand-new year, we are stepping into a lot of new beginnings, and we may wonder what is the best way …
Hearing loss is common, particularly as we age. Hearing loss is also irreversible in most cases, so prevention is key. Here are a few ways you can prevent hearing loss and keep yourself hearing for as long as possible. Protection There are many places we are exposed to noise: restaurants, clubs, concerts, sporting events… even …
If there was one easy, inexpensive, fool-proof way to effectively prevent hearing loss, would you do it? Fortunately, there is! Can you guess what that one thing is? Ear plugs. Ear plugs are cheap, easy to use, and can be purchased anywhere. Since loud noise is the most common cause of hearing loss, and because …
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It’s hard to believe the holidays are now behind us! As we settle into winter, we face a new year full of new beginnings and fresh starts. Many of us resolve to be more purposeful when it comes to our health. You may not have factored hearing health into your resolutions, there are a few …
If you are concerned about developing hearing loss, you may be curious as to the risk factors involved. What are risk factors? A risk factor is anything that increases your chances of developing a condition, problem or disease. Even if you don’t have any of the risk factors here, it’s still possible to have hearing …
With a new year comes a time to reflect on our old patterns and how to update our habits and improve ourselves. Do you typically make New Year’s Resolutions, and what is your track record at sticking to them? Personally, I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions. I educate myself throughout the year and when I …
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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