The first couple years of a child’s life are crucial when it comes their development and growth. It is important that you are looking for developmental milestones as your child gets older to make sure that they are in good… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘ear health’
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5 Tips to Help Protect Your Ears
Hearing loss is a very common problem and once your hearing is damaged, there is no going back. That is why it is so important to take the necessary precautions to protect your hearing so that you don’t have… Read More
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What Medical Conditions Can Cause Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss can be caused by a variety of different factors including something as simple as aging or a sudden loud noise. However, other times, there are medical conditions that can cause damage to your hearing as well. Here are… Read More
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The Importance of Wearing Earplugs to Concerts
It’s likely you’ve had a relative chide you for listening to music too loud in the past – saying “you’ll hurt your ears” as a threat. While you may have written them off, there is truth to their concern. Exposure… Read More
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What You Need to Know About Earwax Buildup
Taking care of earwax buildup feels like a standard part of personal hygiene. You grab a Q-tip and get it out of your ear. However, it can be much more tricky to properly deal with than you may actually realize…. Read More
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5 Things That Will Hurt Your Hearing Health
Ears are incredibly sensitive to damage. There’s also a lot of misinformation out there as to what you can and cannot do to your ears or how you should take care of them. You may not notice your hearing health… Read More
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Swimmer’s Ear Basics
Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa or acute external otitis, is an infection that can develop in your outer ear canal. It often comes as a result of swimming. When water collects in the outer ear, it results in… Read More
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What are Decibels and How Do They Work?
Chances are, you’ve heard the term decibel used to describe a sound but you haven’t known exactly what it means. Here is a brief rundown on what decibels are, how they work, and what they mean for your ear health.
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Why You Should Start the Year With an Annual Hearing Evaluation
You may be surprised to learn that you should be having regular, annual hearing evaluations. It may seem excessive for those who haven’t needed hearing assistance before; you may think that you don’t have any trouble hearing. However, there are… Read More
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Why Do Your Ears Pop When You’re on a Plane?
Have you ever wondered why your ears experience so much discomfort whenever you’re on a plane? The most common complaint is that, when you rapidly ascend into the sky, your ears make popping noises that can sometimes be painful. This… Read More