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Used Hearing Aids Guide
Using a family member or friend's old hearing aids may seem like a cost-effective option, but it’s important to understand that these devices are specifically programmed for their hearing loss and not yours. To use someone else's hearing aids effectively, they must be professionally fitted and reprogrammed by an audiologist to match your unique hearing needs. This involves creating a custom earmold or adjusting dome tips to fit your ear canal geometry, as well as updating the device’s setting...
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Hearing Aids for Veterans: Process, Eligibility, Contact Info
This article provides a comprehensive guide for veterans to access hearing benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It explains that veterans with hearing loss may qualify for two types of benefits: healthcare treatment, such as hearing aids, provided by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), and monetary disability compensation, handled by the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). The article outlines the step-by-step process for obtaining hearing aids, including apply...
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Vertigo: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatments
Vertigo, a sensation of rotary motion, is often caused by inner ear dysfunction and can significantly impact daily life. The most common cause is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), where tiny crystals in the inner ear displace and disrupt balance signals. Audiologists play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating vertigo through specialized assessments like the Dix-Hallpike maneuver, Videonystagmography (VNG), and Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential (VEMP) testing. Treatment often inv...
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Vibes Earplugs: An Audiologist's Review
As an audiologist, this review highlights the importance of protecting hearing through earplugs, particularly for music lovers and those exposed to loud environments. Vibes Earplugs are praised for their comfort, durability, and ability to reduce noise by 15 decibels without distorting sound quality, making them ideal for live music and日常活动. The review also notes that the earplugs come in multiple sizes, ensuring a good fit for different ears, and emphasizes their discrete appearance. How...
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6 Best Vibrating Alarm Clocks For Deaf & Hard-Of-Hearing (2025)
This article provides a comprehensive guide to choosing the best vibrating alarm clocks for individuals with hearing loss. It highlights six top picks, ranging from travel-friendly options like the Serene Innovations VA3 and wristwatch-style alarms such as the eSeasonGear VB80, to more luxurious choices like the Bellman alarm clock. Each product is reviewed based on features, size, waking style, and price, with recommendations catering to different preferences and budgets. The article also includ...
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Turn On Voice Isolation to To Improve Hearing Aid Call Quality - 3 Easy Steps
Hearing aids have become smarter and more connected, offering features like Bluetooth streaming and phone calls. However, a major issue persists: low-quality outbound audio during calls, often making the speaker sound muffled or distant. Apple's new Voice Isolation feature on iOS 16.4 and later addresses this by removing background noise and improving voice clarity in calls. To enable it, users can swipe down from the top right corner of their screen during a call, access "Mic Mode," and select "...
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