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Hearing Aid Batteries, Hearing Aids Battery Sizes | Beltone
Hearing aid batteries come in two main types: rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which offer convenience and environmental benefits by eliminating frequent battery changes, and zinc-air disposable batteries, commonly used in non-rechargeable hearing aids. Battery sizes vary depending on the hearing aid style and power requirements, with standardized color-coded packaging (e.g., Size 5: Red, Size 675: Blue) to help users identify the correct size. Zinc-air batteries require activation by removing...
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How to Protect Your Hearing During National Lawn & Garden Month | Beltone
As April marks National Lawn Garden Month, its important to be mindful of the hidden risks posed by loud lawn and garden equipment. Many common tools like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and chainsaws can reach dangerous noise levels (85 dB or higher), potentially causing permanent hearing loss over time. To protect your hearing while enjoying outdoor activities, consider wearing hearing protection with an NRR of 25 or higher, taking breaks to limit exposure, maintaining a safe distance from loud equi...
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Protecting Your Hearing in Your 20s and 30s: What You Do Now Matters Later | Beltone
This article emphasizes the importance of protecting hearing health in one's 20s and 30s, highlighting that hearing loss is not just a concern for older adults. It explains how modern lifestyle factors, such as prolonged use of earbuds at high volumes, attending loud concerts, working in noisy environments, and even certain medications, can contribute to hearing damage over time. The article outlines the potential consequences of untreated hearing loss, including career challenges, strained relat...
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The Best Hearing Aids for Active Adults & Outdoor Enthusiasts | Beltone
Hearing aids are no longer just for indoor use; they’re designed to keep up with active, outdoor lifestyles. For those who hike, bike, garden, or enjoy sports, modern hearing aids offer features like dust and moisture resistance (e.g., IP68 rating), noise reduction for clarity in windy or noisy environments, and discreet designs that stay secure during movement. Rechargeable batteries provide all-day power, while Bluetooth connectivity allows seamless streaming of calls, music, or GPS navigatio...
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The Evolution of Hearing Aid Styles | Beltone
Hearing aids have evolved significantly over the years, transitioning from bulky analog devices to sleek, discreet options that offer advanced sound technology. Beltone is proud to introduce its latest innovations, the miniRIE and microRIE hearing aids, which combine cutting-edge features with ultra-compact designs. These models are designed for individuals seeking powerful yet nearly invisible solutions for their hearing needs, offering Bluetooth connectivity, noise reduction, and personalized s...
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Traveling With Hearing Aids: Tips and Tricks | Beltone
This blog post offers practical advice for traveling with hearing aids, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Key tips include packing an essential hearing aid kit, navigating airport security stress-free, communicating your needs to service providers, familiarizing yourself with universal signs for hearing loss, leveraging technology like Bluetooth and apps, protecting hearing aids from moisture and extreme conditions, managing battery life across time zones, and scheduling a pre-trip chec...