Category: Hearing Loss

  • Break Out the Floss to Prevent Hearing Loss

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    Few people in Charleston give much thought to their hearing while brushing their teeth, but they might be tempted to break out the floss more often given the connection between oral health and hearing loss.…

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  • Reasons to Have a Hearing Screening

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    If you are having trouble hearing in Charleston, you are not alone. An estimated 20 percent of South Carolina residents are diagnosed with hearing loss. Many of them would not have been aware of their…

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  • Hearing Loss in Children

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    Most of us think of hearing loss as a problem that older people experience. While it’s true that hearing naturally declines with age, in reality anybody can experience hearing loss – even kids. An estimated…

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  • Protect Yourself from Noise Pollution

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    There are many hearing hazards in Charleston. While not as visible as a hazy skyline, another type of pollution puts you at risk of hearing loss in South Carolina: excessive noise exposure. What is Noise…

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  • Hearing Loss & Diabetes

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    Diabetes is a leading health concern in Charleston and throughout the country. With an upward trend in obesity levels – a major risk factor for diabetes – the number of patients continues to rise. 30…

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