Hearing Health Blog

Can driving with open windows cause irreversible damage to your hearing? Is it more fuel-efficient? Should you opt for closed or open windows while driving? Let’s take a new look at these concerns. Picture this: It’s a serene early morning, the clock ticking at 7:45 AM. As the freeway stretches out before you, nearly free […]

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Hearing loss ranks as the second most common impairment globally, impacting over 466 million individuals worldwide. With such frequency, it’s important to devote some awareness to dealing with the risks connected to its development. Various factors contribute to an individual’s susceptibility to hearing loss, some within their control and others not so much. Thus, understanding […]

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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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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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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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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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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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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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