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Do I Need Hearing Aids?
Losing your hearing – much like going gray – doesn’t happen overnight. Because hearing loss is a progressive condition, many people are unaware they have it until it has advanced beyond a stage that can…
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Understanding Auditory Deprivation
If we asked you what the consequences of untreated hearing loss are, you’d probably list things like trouble communicating, difficulty talking on the phone, relationship strain and social withdrawal. And if you did, you would…
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Does Hearing Loss Affect Memory?
When you consider the consequences of untreated hearing loss, what do you think of? Many would mention difficulty having conversations in background noise, trouble hearing TV shows, straining to talk on the phone and problems…
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Does Hearing Loss Impact Mental Acuity?
You’ve probably heard the term “mental acuity” used in conversations about ageing and the elderly. In laymen’s terms, mental acuity may also be referred to as “sharpness of mind,” but it’s a little more complicated…
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Start 2021 with Healthy Hearing
The New Year is a time for a fresh start. Many of us set self-improvement goals around this time of year, especially when it comes to making healthy choices. This year, we’re challenging you to…
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How to Virtually Celebrate the Holidays with Hearing Loss
This year’s holidays look a lot different than in previous years. While the CDC recommends limiting travel and avoiding gathering in large groups, there are still ways to stay connected and enjoy the warm smiles…
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Can Cardio Help Your Hearing?
Regular cardiovascular exercise has many benefits, including lowering blood pressure, regulating blood sugar, reducing asthma symptoms, reducing chronic pain, aiding sleep, regulating weight, strengthening the immune system, boosting your mood and improving cognitive performance. But…
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Does Aging Cause Hearing Loss?
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss. For those over the age of 75, this number…
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Is Hearing Loss Common in Service Members?
Exposure to loud noise is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. This can be the result of leisure activities, like attending concerts; chores, like using a leaf blower; or work, like on…
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Come to Terms with Hearing Loss Through the Grieving Process
Come to Terms with Hearing Loss Through the Grieving Process Grief is intrusive, and there are many ways it can make its way into your life. While many people associate grief with losing a loved…
