Wearing hearing protection whenever you’re exposed to loud noise can protect your hearing later in life. Noise exposure can occur during work, hobbies, or other recreational activities.… Read more “Hobbies That Can Lead to Hearing Loss”
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Captioned Telephones
Have you ever wondered how people who are hard of hearing talk on the phone? There are several captioned telephone services available for people in the USA… Read more “Captioned Telephones”
Communication tips for hearing loss – Part III
Do you have a loved one that has hearing loss? Do you struggle to communicate with that person? Below we give 5 more communication tips on how… Read more “Communication tips for hearing loss – Part III”
How long do hearing aids last?
Hearing aid manufacturers typically release new technology every 18 months or so. Some people like to upgrade their hearing aids regularly, but is it necessary? In this… Read more “How long do hearing aids last?”
How to Choose a Hearing Aid
It can seem like there are endless options when you begin looking at hearing aids. There are multiple manufacturers to choose from, and each manufacturer offers multiple… Read more “How to Choose a Hearing Aid”
Sudden Hearing Loss
Gradual hearing loss occurs normally with age. However, if you experience hearing loss suddenly for no reason, it should be cause for concern. Sudden deafness, sudden sensorineural… Read more “Sudden Hearing Loss”
Hearing Aid Brands
When thinking of hearing aid brands, we commonly think of “The Big Six.” This refers to the largest hearing aid manufacturers in the world: Widex, Phonak, Signia,… Read more “Hearing Aid Brands”
When Should I Wear My Hearing Aids?
As you adjust to your new hearing aids, you may wonder how long you should wear your hearing aids for at a time. You may also wonder… Read more “When Should I Wear My Hearing Aids?”
Custom Earmolds
During your hearing aid evaluation, your audiologist may recommend custom earmolds to go along with your new hearing aids. Your audiologist would then create impressions of the… Read more “Custom Earmolds”
Degrees of Hearing Loss
Based on the results of your hearing exam, your audiologist may tell you that you have mild, moderate, severe, or profound hearing loss. But, what do these… Read more “Degrees of Hearing Loss”