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How Addressing Hearing Loss Can Combat Isolation

How Addressing Hearing Loss Can Combat Isolation

Our well-being depends on the connections we have with others. Everyday interactions like sharing a meal with loved ones, chatting with friends, or having a brief discussion with a cashier can bring joy and a feeling of connection. Nevertheless, if left untreated, hearing impairment can disrupt these social connections, resulting in heightened sensations of solitude […]

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Ototoxicity

Ototoxicity

For many years, our Practice has diligently shared educational facts about how hearing health decisions are intertwined with various medical conditions. Learning the nuances about how hearing loss prevention or loss itself relates to these condition(s) helps raise awareness about reputable research, so sensible decisions regarding your personal treatment plans can be confidently made. Imagine […]

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Hearing Loss in the Workplace has Hidden Costs

Hearing Loss in the Workplace has Hidden Costs

In some cases, the results of a decision are clearly visible. Driving with a flat tire, as an example, results in tire wear and potential expenses for realignment or a new axle. Ignoring regular oil changes can result in engine failure. Yet, some costs are subtler, with relationships not instantly apparent. However, this lack of […]

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How Loud is Too Loud: Identifying a Safe Sound Level for Headphones and Music.

Say hello to James, an avid music lover who seamlessly integrates Spotify into his work routine, switches over to Pandora during his workouts, and curates playlists for every occasion conceivable, from cardio programs to cooking and even gaming. He’s rarely observed without his headphones, which have become an important part of his daily life, turning […]

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Establishing Realistic Goals for Your Hearing Aids

Establishing Realistic Goals for Your Hearing Aids

When you initially consider hearing aids, you might compare them to glasses. Eyeglasses swiftly improve your eyesight, bringing back clear vision. Hearing aids, on the other hand, help improve your ability to hear, but they don’t fully restore hearing to the way it once was. Acknowledging this crucial distinction is vital as you begin to […]

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The Impact of Hearing Loss on First Responders

The Impact of Hearing Loss on First Responders

For emergency responders, their sense of hearing is essential. First responders, including paramedics, police, and firefighters, depend on their acute hearing to make swift decisions and react efficiently in chaotic and extreme environments. Furthermore, their occupations often subject them to loud and chaotic scenarios, with the challenge of hearing loss becoming a substantial worry. Their […]

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Kidney Disease & Hearing Loss

Kidney Disease & Hearing Loss

March’s National Kidney Month is an opportune time to better understand kidney function and hear the facts about how it relates to our auditory system. Did you know your kidneys filter all of your blood up to 25 times daily? Located below the rib cage, on each side of your spine, kidneys are two bean-shaped […]

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Should I Get a Hearing Exam?

Should I Get a Hearing Exam?

At what point should you think about getting your hearing evaluated? Here are several signs you should get your hearing assessed. Recently, my children expressed discontent with the loud volume of the TV. Do you know what I said to them? I said, “What?!” It was meant to be humerous. But it also wasn’t. The […]

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How to Avoid Hearing Loss from Headphones

How to Avoid Hearing Loss from Headphones

Headphones have become an indispensable component of our daily lives, enabling us to appreciate our favorite music, catch up on the newest shows, or stay informed about current events. Advancements in wireless technology have transformed headphones into a particularly convenient and adaptable accessory, offering listeners a unique and tailored audio experience that caters to their […]

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How Neglected Hearing Loss Influences Mobility

How Neglected Hearing Loss Influences Mobility

Many people incorrectly believe that hearing loss is solely an ear-related issue. Research reveals that if hearing loss is not dealt with, it can have a notable effect on your ability to get around comfortably, suggesting that difficulty hearing could make everyday actions, such as standing up from a couch, more difficult. But what precisely […]

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