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Dads Deserve the Gift of Better Hearing
Father’s Day is a special occasion to celebrate the dads and granddads who have made a significant impact in our lives. While traditional gifts and quality time are meaningful, this year consider encouraging your father or grandfather to prioritize their hearing health. Hearing loss affects many men, especially as they age, but it often goes unnoticed or untreated. Early detection through a simple, painless hearing test can lead to solutions like modern hearing aids, which not only improve comm...
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Calm, Cool, and Connected: Start Your Summer with Better Hearing
Summer is here, bringing with it opportunities for connection, joy, and shared memories. However, untreated hearing loss can create barriers to fully enjoying these moments. Modern hearing aid technology has evolved significantly, offering sleek, discreet designs with advanced features like noise reduction, feedback cancellation, and Bluetooth connectivity. These innovations allow users to take phone calls, stream music, connect to TVs, and adjust settings remotely via smartphone apps. Beyond pra...
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Ellen's Story: The Joy of Hearing Again
Ellen’s story highlights the transformative impact of addressing hearing loss. After living with untreated hearing difficulties for five to six years, Ellen finally sought professional help after her husband, Rich, noticed her struggles and encouraged her to act. During her consultation, she was impressed by the audiologist's expertise and the advanced technology available in modern hearing aids. Initially, Ellen had concerns about the size of the dome fitting her ear, but the audiologist made ...
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Going Steady: Ears, Allergies, and Balance
This blog highlights how allergy season can affect both hearing and balance. Allergies can cause pollen buildup on hearing aids, leading to technical issues, and may also impact the inner ear's vestibular system, which regulates balance. Hearing loss increases the risk of falls, with those having mild hearing loss being three times more likely to fall compared to others. Additionally, allergies can swell or block the Eustachian tubes, responsible for equalizing ear pressure, leading to dizziness ...
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Plug In Before You Jump In: Ear Protection in the Water
Spring is a time for enjoying water activities, but for those prone to ear infections or seeking protection from water-related issues like swimmer’s ear, earplugs can be an essential tool. This article explores the various types of earplugs available, including wax silicone plugs that require molding, pre-formed earplugs that are ready-to-use but may not fit everyone perfectly, and custom earplugs tailored to individual ears for a snug and comfortable fit. The author shares personal experiences...
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Sounds and Emotion: How Our Brains React to Everyday Noise
Hearing plays a crucial role in both our emotional well-being and physical safety. Sounds can evoke strong emotions, with pleasant ones like the song of birds or favorite music triggering feelings of joy by releasing dopamine, while sudden loud noises may provoke fear or alarm. This ability to perceive sounds as "good" or "bad" is deeply rooted in our survival instincts, allowing us to detect potential threats and respond accordingly. Additionally, music has a profound impact on emotions and even...