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How to Be a Good Companion to Someone With Hearing Loss

Living with someone who has hearing loss certainly poses a host of challenges. A loss of hearing can be invisible. We may not realize that our loved one has missed important parts of a conversation while talking in bed or noticed their embarrassment when everyone...

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Why you should see an Audiologist

When asked what we do for a living, we often feel that the person we're talking to has no idea of what an Audiologist can do. Yes, we help people with hearing and balance. We educate on ear protection and provide relief for those with tinnitus. We teach the skills...

My hearing aid is dead

Any hearing aid that stops working is much more than just an inconvenience. The good news is that most of the time, a non-functioning hearing aid can be revived. Below are some of the most common problems and solutions. If you own a receiver in the ear style...

Invest in better hearing

The purchase of hearing aids can be in its simplest form, transactional. Any product you purchase is a commodity. A hearing aid is a perfect example of this. Self-treatment is perfectly fine. We see it in podiatry, eye care, and dentistry. Self-treating can be a...

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My ears are ringing

Have you ever experienced ringing in your ears? My mother used to say it was because someone was talking about me! You may be surprised to know that tinnitus, or ear noises, can take forms other than a high-pitched sound. Tinnitus can present as buzzing, whooshing,...

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The roads are calling

Now that winter has passed, it's time to dust off your motorcycle. If you are a biker, I bet that you have leathers, hopefully a helmet, and other gear to protect you from the elements. The next time you hop on your bike, think about protecting your ears. Riding a...

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