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Malaria Drug Might Help Those with Hearing Loss
Question: what is the world’s deadliest animal? You might guess sharks or bears. Maybe lions. But you’d be wrong in each case. It turns out mosquitoes cause far more deaths to humans than any other…
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New Technology is Helping Those with Hearing Loss
It often seems that technology is improving at such a rapid-fire pace it’s hard to keep up. Once upon a time nearly every house in Summerville had a metal antenna on its roof, and nowadays…
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The Link Between Hearing Loss & Osteoporosis in Charleston
Charleston residents diagnosed with osteoporosis might find it wise to schedule a hearing exam. Recent research indicates there may be a connection between the bone density disease and impaired hearing. The Lowdown on Osteoporosis An…
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Helpful Hearing Apps for Smartphone Users
Nowadays, pretty much everybody has a smartphone. If you suffer from hearing loss in Charleston, there are some handy apps you can download for your phone. Most are inexpensive (or free) and can make your…
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10 Things Your Ears Tell You About Your Health
Few of us give much thought to our ears in Charleston, but these (usually) unassuming physical features have a lot to tell us about our overall health. A quick glance is sometimes enough to give…
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Risk Factors for Hearing Loss That Might Surprise You
Individuals with hearing loss in Charleston are most likely to blame age or noise exposure for their condition. While these are the most common causes, they aren’t the only ones that can cause hearing loss.…
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Conventional Smoke Detectors Might Not Help the Hearing-Impaired
People with hearing loss in Charleston have a higher risk of developing a variety of physical, social and psychological complications as a result of their impairment. We don’t mean to sound the alarm, but they…
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Complications from Sleep Apnea Include Hearing Loss
Sleep Apnea is a Sleeping Disorder Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that disrupts breathing and increases the risk of a number of serious health complications including heart disease, stroke and diabetes. It affects…
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Seasonal Allergies May Affect Hearing Loss
For many areas of the country, the calendar says spring but a quick glance outside still makes it seem like winter. Fortunately, in Charleston, temperatures are pleasant without being too hot yet. No wonder many…
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Safe Driving Tips for People with Hearing Loss
If you have hearing loss in Charleston, you need to take extra precautions in many areas of your life. This is especially true when you slide behind the wheel. Driving already demands concentration; the hearing…
