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  • ZipHearing Review | Here’s How It Actually Works

    ZipHearing is a beneficial service that addresses common challenges faced by hearing aid wearers, such as finding a local audiologist familiar with specific brands, navigating pricing transparency, and obtaining upfront costs. By offering fixed, upfront prices (typically 30% below the national average), ZipHearing simplifies the process of purchasing hearing aids while connecting customers with qualified local providers who specialize in their chosen brand. The service streamlines the experience ...

  • 10 Warning Signs of Hearing Loss | Beltone

    October is recognized as Protect Your Hearing Month, highlighting the importance of recognizing early signs of hearing loss to maintain communication and quality of life. The article lists 10 warning signs, including difficulty understanding speech, frequent requests for repetition, increased television or radio volume, trouble hearing in noisy environments, and a sensation of muffled sounds or tinnitus. These subtle indicators may seem minor but can signal underlying hearing issues. Early detect...

  • 8 Young Influencers and Creators With Hearing Loss | Beltone

    This article highlights 10 rising young creators who are redefining what it means to live with hearing loss by using their platforms to educate, inspire, and connect. These individuals, including artists, activists, models, and performers like Chella Man, Rikki Poynter, and Nyle DiMarco, are breaking down barriers and amplifying underrepresented voices through social media, art, music, and advocacy. They use their experiences with hearing loss as tools of empowerment, proving that it doesn’t li...

  • Ask the Expert: Hearing Care Practitioner Luz Parra | Beltone

    Luz Parra, a seasoned audiologist with over 22 years of experience and currently at Beltone’s Clermont and Kissimmee offices, shares her passion for helping others regain the joy of hearing. She finds fulfillment in making a positive impact on patients’ lives, particularly recalling the rewarding moment when she restored hearing to a deaf father of two, allowing him to hear his children call his name. Luz also emphasizes the importance of community service, participating in humanitarian missi...

  • Ask the Expert: Hearing Care Practitioner Debra Conn | Beltone

    Debra "Debbie" Conn, a seasoned hearing care practitioner with 24 years of experience at Beltone, finds fulfillment in transforming lives through better hearing. She highlights the profound impact of hearing aids on individuals and their families, emphasizing improved confidence, communication, and family connections. Debbie chose her career after transitioning from telemarketing to a role that offers a fulfilling quality of life. Outside of work, she is passionate about community service, includ...

  • Ask the Expert: Hearing Care Practitioner Doug Niemiec | Beltone

    Doug Niemiec, a Hearing Care Practitioner with over 13 years of experience, including 10 years at Beltone, shares his passion for helping individuals with hearing loss. He emphasizes the profound impact of improving someone's ability to hear, recalling emotional moments like when a patient cried tears of joy upon regaining their hearing. Doug’s dedication is driven by personal experiences with family members affected by hearing loss and the fulfillment he gains from transforming lives—last ye...