Although it is a well-known fact that hearing begins to deteriorate as we age, hearing loss is significantly underdiagnosed in the elderly population. Therefore, over half of middle-aged and older adults live with untreated hearing loss. But difficulty hearing can… Read More
Archive for February, 2019
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Your First Audiology Appointment: What to Expect
Maybe you developed some recent concerns about your hearing, or you decided that taking a holistic approach to your health should include getting regular checkups for your ears. Either way, if you’ve never been to an audiologist before, you might… Read More
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Hearing Aids vs. Assistive Listening Devices
If you have been confused by the difference between a hearing aid and assistive listening device, or ALD, it could be because people have made the mistake of using the terms interchangeably. But there are some key differences between these… Read More
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How You Can Protect Your Hearing During the Winter
This winter, with temperatures dropping sometimes into the single digits, cold weather health and safety has been more important than ever. But as you may know, it is just as important to protect your ears while you are bundling up… Read More
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3 Reasons Your Child Should See an Audiologist
Hearing plays a major role in a child’s ability to communicate, fully participate in social interactions, grasp concepts in school, and enjoy most types of entertainment. Of course, it’s possible to enjoy a full life with hearing loss but it’s… Read More