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Give Thanks for the Gift of Hearing Aids This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with family, play a game of touch football at Torrance Park, share a delicious carb-loaded meal and create lasting memories. But if you or a loved one lives with…
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How Can Auditory Training Help Improve Your Communication?
Hearing loss affects nearly 20% of the global population, and the condition does more than simply make sounds quieter. Over time, it can disrupt how your brain processes familiar noises. Auditory training is a series…
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Getting Your Kids Ready for Hearing Testing: What to Know
Every parent knows that getting kids ready to do just about anything can feel like an impossible juggling act—and this fact extends into hearing testing. When you prepare your kid for their first hearing test,…
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How to Prevent Hearing Loss in the Workplace
Hearing loss in the workplace is a relevant concern, especially in industries where high noise levels are common, such as construction, manufacturing and entertainment. However, hearing damage can also occur in quieter settings due to…
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Can Hearing Aids Improve Your Next Sports Game?
Hearing aids have made remarkable progress over the years, and nearly 28.8 million Americans stand to benefit from using them. For sports enthusiasts, these devices offer benefits that go beyond simple amplification. Whether you’re playing…
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How Does the Inner Ear Affect Hearing and Balance?
The inner ear plays a crucial role in our ability to hear and maintain balance. Let’s dive into the anatomy of the inner ear and explore how damage to the delicate structure can cause hearing…
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Common Causes of Temporary or Permanent Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the presence of a ringing or buzzing in the ear with no external source. Usually identified as a symptom of other conditions rather than a condition itself, tinnitus affects approximately 15% to 20%…
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Active Listening Strategies for People with Hearing Loss
Active listening is a form of listening that shows the person speaking that you’re engaged and comprehending what’s being said. For those with hearing loss, active listening skills can be utilized to help compensate for…
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Tips For Dating With Hearing Loss
Exploring the dating scene presents its own set of challenges, and these challenges could be heightened for individuals experiencing hearing loss. Hearing loss is common, with about 15% of adults in the U.S. reporting some…
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What To Know about Pediatric Hearing Issues
Parenting can sometimes feel like juggling a million different things simultaneously. From making breakfast in the morning to coordinating doctor’s visits, it often feels like there isn’t enough time in the day to care for…