Understanding Hearing Loss

According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, approximately 48 million Americans (20 percent) report some degree of hearing loss.  This statistic means that most of us know someone or will soon encounter

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Succeed at Work

Gone are the days when only the elderly are wearing hearing aids. Most people with hearing loss are still on the job. In fact, more than 20 million Americans with hearing

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Difference between Hearing Aid Dispenser & Audiologist

Audiologist: Doctoral degree in Audiology or a Master’s degree. Trained to treat, diagnose, and monitor disorders of the hearing and balance system. Trained in anatomy and physiology, amplification devices, cochlear implants, electrophysiology, acoustics, psychophysics, and counseling.

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Is Hearing Loss Linked to Diabetes?

Hearing loss & diabetes have been notorious for being the two most widespread health concerns in America. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), there have been nearly 30 million people

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Is It True that Smoking is Linked to Hearing Loss?

YES! Cigarettes contain formaldehyde, arsenic, ammonia and a lot more nasty chemicals that affect your hearing heath in a variety of ways. For one, nicotine & carbon monoxide deplete oxygen levels

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Can Middle Ear Infections Cause Permanent Hearing Loss?

  What is a Middle Ear Infection? Another term it can be referred to is Otitis Media. It’s a common occurrence in childhood and can also happen in adulthood. Essentially, it’s

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