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How Does Hearing Loss Affect Your Mental Health?
Hearing loss is a prevalent condition that’s estimated to impact 2.5 billion people worldwide by 2050. While its physical impacts are well-documented, its effects on mental health are often overlooked. Understanding how hearing loss can…
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Tips for Talking On the Phone With Hearing Loss
Communicating on the phone can be challenging for individuals with hearing loss. It’s a relevant topic, as more than one in 10 individuals in the U.S. report some form of hearing loss. However, with the…
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How Can AI Improve Your Hearing Aid Experience?
AI, or artificial intelligence, refers to the ability of machines to learn from experience and adjust to new input. You likely relate AI to virtual assistants, self-driving cars and online chess games. While these examples…
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Identifying and Managing Single-Sided Hearing Loss
Living with single-sided hearing loss, also known as unilateral hearing loss (UHL), presents unique challenges that can significantly impact daily life. However, recognizing the signs and implementing effective management strategies can help you navigate these…
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What Are the Stages of Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss occurs when parts of the inner ear don’t function as they should. This can stem from various factors, including damage to the tiny hair cells in the inner ear or natural deterioration due…
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Three Types of Ear Infections That Can Affect Your Hearing
An ear infection is when viruses or bacteria take over the ear, causing unpleasant symptoms. The most commonly known and experienced type of ear infection is called a middle ear infection, or otits media, and…
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What Hearing Protection Is Available and How Do I Use It?
Approximately 18% of adults aged 20–69 suffer from speech frequency hearing loss due to prolonged exposure to loud workplace environments. And once your hearing is compromised, you can’t get it back. Therefore, choosing the proper…
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How To Identify Hearing-Safe Household Cleaners
Exposure to certain chemicals can have damaging effects on our ears, leading to hearing loss, according to the CDC. These chemicals are called ototoxicants, or ototoxic chemicals, and can make our ears more sensitive to…
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Tips for Navigating the Holidays With Hearing Loss
With holidays right around the corner, your days will probably be filled with family gatherings, big meals and hectic shopping days. Knowing how to accommodate your hearing loss during this holiday season will help ensure…
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What Hearing Aid Technologies Are Right for You?
Beginning hearing aid treatment comes with a lot of new information. Learning about the many hearing aid technologies available to you can help you take control of your treatment journey. Let’s take a look at…
