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How to Help Your Child Navigate Food Allergies at School
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Food allergies are a growing food safety and public health concern that affect an estimated 8% of children in the United States. That’s 1 in…
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Understanding How Hearing Aids Work
Hearing aids do more than amplify sound. Modern devices make it easier to understand speech, connect to other technology, and filter out unwanted background noise when you’re out to dinner at Vintage Lounge. Let’s look…
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How to Avoid Earwax Buildup with Hearing Aids
Earwax production is a normal and healthy function that helps protect our ears. However, too much earwax buildup can cause problems for hearing aid users. Common Hearing Aid Problems Caused by Earwax When earwax builds…
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Can Honey Really Help Seasonal Allergies?
You may have heard the old wives’ tale that raw honey can be used to treat allergies. The idea is that, if you eat honey made in your local area, it will contain the pollen…
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Can Allergen Immunotherapy Prevent Pediatric Asthma?
Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs, causing episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing. While asthma can be controlled by taking medications and avoiding triggers, a recent study has found that it…
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How to Help Your Child Keep Their Hearing Aids On
When your child first gets hearing aids it may be quite a struggle to get them to keep them on. Let’s examine some helpful tips to get your child more comfortable with wearing their device…
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How Does Hearing Loss Impact Learning in Young People?
Hearing loss can make learning difficult for children and young people. Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s hearing or a teacher at Oakland Elementary School it’s important to know how hearing problems can…
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Understanding Year-Round Allergies
Most people think of allergy season as occurring during just during spring and summer months. However, for many, allergy season is year-round. When and how long you experience allergy symptoms depends on what you’re allergic…
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Have You Had Trouble Pairing Your Hearing Aids on iOS?
One of the coolest things about modern hearing aids is their ability to connect with other technology, such as pairing with your iPhone. However, like any technology, there are bound to be the occasional hiccups.…
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Tips on How to Nip Your Spring Allergies in the Bud
If you take a walk through the Audubon Swamp Garden, you’ll notice the plant life blooming in the springtime. While lovely to look at, if you have hay fever you won’t be looking forward to…