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Cheerful bird song, punch lines, and sweet sentiments from your loved ones. There are so many sounds in life you surely don’t want to miss. If you think that you might be experiencing hearing loss, a hearing aid is the most powerful investment you can make in your quality of life. But with so many […]
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As effective communication is crucial in childhood development, untreated hearing loss can have a major impact on the entire life of a child. Firstly, it can cause delayed language and speech development, which usually results in lower academic achievement. Secondly, communication difficulties can often lead to social isolation and poor self-esteem. The combination of low […]
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The digital revolution has had an impact on hearing aids just as much as it has changed everything else about our lives. Once upon a time, hearing aids were analog devices, consisting of a basic microphone and amplifier. Now, complex algorithms can actually change how sound is picked up and transmitted in different situations, all […]
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When talking about hearing aids, the focus often tends to be on the technology aspect of things. And indeed, the last few years have brought forward an amazing list of new features: bluetooth connectivity, mobile phone adjustment menus, rechargeable hearing aids, etc. But the more crucial aspect of the effectiveness of hearing aids is often […]
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The novel COVID-19 outbreak changed the field of healthcare forever. Now, researchers are investigating whether the disease has long-term effects even after a patient recovers. One interesting field of study is COVID-19’s potential link to hearing loss. For obvious reasons, this topic has not been a priority, but now some small studies are coming out […]
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If a loved one has a hearing exam coming up, one of the most useful things you can do for them is to accompany them to the appointment. Here are five reasons why: 1. Many people are nervous about their hearing appointments. Like any other kind of exam, it can cause anxiety, and the prospect […]
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Hearing health is a huge market, and it’s no wonder that big players like Costco have entered the game. Much like they’ve done with vision, they now offer hearing tests and hearing aids to their customers. Many people who are already used to shopping at Costco and know about their great customer service and pricing […]
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Characterized by ringing or buzzing in the ears, tinnitus can be a frustrating and challenging condition to live with. Although people with tinnitus can often ‘hear’ noises, these sounds don’t have an external cause. As a result, people with tinnitus typically experience on-going irritation due to the presence of a sound that isn’t really there. […]
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If you’re already planning your New Year resolutions, be sure to include prioritizing your hearing health in 2021. Many people focus on fitness and wellness at the start of the year, but millions overlook their hearing. However, these three simple resolutions can transform your well-being and protect your hearing health in 2021: 1. Wear Hearing […]
Something we talk about often on this blog is how much the scientific community still doesn’t know about hearing loss and its relation to other health factors. For example, stress can exacerbate hearing loss, and, in turn, hearing loss can create more stress and can ultimately be detrimental to a person’s physical health. One of […]
