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Signs Your Ears Need a Professional Cleaning

A professional ear cleaning can be beneficial for a variety of reasons. Going for one can reduce aches and pains, make your ears feel lighter and improve your hearing level. That’s why you should schedule a cleaning with an audiologist as soon as you suspect you’re dealing with an earwax blockage. To make sure you […]

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Recognizing Early Signs of Hearing Aid Wear and Tear

Hearing aid repairs are common and can be minor or major. But no matter how well you look after your device, they might experience wear and tear over the years. In fact, the expected lifespan is between three and seven years. So, what are the signs of wear and tear on your hearing aids? The […]

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The Basics of Pediatric Hearing Tests

Understanding the intricacies of pediatric hearing tests is essential for ensuring the well-being of children. Unlike adult hearing assessments, these tests are specifically designed to cater to the unique needs of children, taking into account their developmental stages. The basics of pediatric hearing tests involve a series of comprehensive evaluations to determine a child’s ability […]

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Quiet Home, Happy Ears: Hearing Protection Tips

Life can get loud and busy, but your home should be a quiet, calm place, promoting not just your emotional well-being but also the health of your sense of hearing. Your hearing health professional has probably warned you about the importance of maintaining a safe listening environment and taking proactive steps for your hearing health. […]

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The Importance of Regular Hearing Check-ups

Are you experiencing hearing loss? If so, you should schedule a hearing test with an audiologist. Hearing check-ups are something we should all be doing every 10 years. Over the age of 65, you may even want to be undergoing a hearing test every year. Why are Regular Hearing Check-Ups Important? Hearing check-ups are important […]

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The Connection Between Cognitive Health and Hearing

It’s a known fact that as you get older, you will experience a level of cognitive decline. For some, it may be mild, but for others, it can be more serious. Even though this is all a normal part of aging, it’s important to know that there are risks associated with it. You may find […]

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Emotional Impact of Tinnitus

Tinnitus affects millions of people worldwide, and while it may be viewed as a mere annoyance, it can have an impact on an individual’s emotional well-being. Tinnitus can induce feelings of frustration, anxiety and depression. Recognizing the emotional toll of tinnitus is essential to formulating effective strategies for managing and lessening its influence on one’s overall […]

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Coping with Sudden Hearing Loss

Hearing loss can be a tricky condition to deal with because the way it is experienced varies so greatly from one person to another. Regardless of severity, hearing loss presents with a handful of different symptoms, ranging from simply struggling to hear in loud environments to relying on facial cues to understand someone speaking to […]

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Caring for Hearing Aids in the Summertime

Hearing aids are an investment in your ability to hear and communicate with the world around you. With proper care and maintenance, hearing aids can last for several years. However, summer can pose unique challenges for hearing aid wearers. In this article, we will discuss tips for caring for your hearing aids during the summer […]

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Understanding Hearing Aid Circuitry for Repairs

Understanding hearing aid circuitry is crucial for conducting repairs effectively. These devices consist of intricate electronic components that amplify sound and deliver it to the ear. Familiarity with the various parts, such as the microphone, amplifier, receiver and battery, is essential to diagnose and address any issues that may arise. Having a grasp of how […]