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 »
Category: Hearing Loss
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Gift Ideas for Kids With Hearing Loss
The holidays are right around the corner! If you’re looking for gift ideas for kids with hearing loss, you’re in the right place. Below, we’ve listed some Read More »
Hear for the Holidays
Thanksgiving and Christmas may look different than normal this year. Instead of a large family gathering, many people will choose to continue to social distance and celebrate Read More »
Hearing Aid Mail-In and Drop-Off Service
Merit Hearing offers convenient hearing aid drop-off and mail-in care when an in-person appointment is not necessary. Please call your nearest office before dropping off or mailing Read More »
Top 5 Questions to ask your Audiologist
Your audiologist is an integral member of your health care team. Asking the right questions can improve your hearing health outcomes. When choosing an audiologist and audiology Read More »
Types of Hearing Loss
There are three basic types of hearing loss: sensorineural, conductive, or mixed. The type of hearing loss will determine the appropriate treatment. Sensorineural Hearing Loss Sensorineural hearing Read More »