Millions of people have auditory problems and the growing numbers are causing concern among experts. Advances in technology provide more types of listening devices than ever before. On the up side, these devices offer wonderful entertainment. On the down side however, they may be played excessively loud and cause...
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Did you know that one-third of hearing losses could be prevented? There are a number of causes for hearing loss. However, you can protect yourself using common sense. Use these helpful tips to save your hearing and avoid hearing issues. Excessive Noise Loud noises can damage fragile hair cells...
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Can taking a hearing test change your life? You bet it can. Losing your sense of sound is only one issue, and you may also be at risk of lowering your quality of life. Some may only need the help of a small hearing aid to improve, but find...
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Hearing loss is often portrayed as a disability in movies and television shows. Parents are saddened to learn when their children can’t hear, or hearing impaired characters become the victims of bullying. However, many movies and television shows have shown a more positive side of this condition, portraying vibrant...
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Culture is a set of behaviors, beliefs and customs that brings a group of people together. Every group of people has their own culture. Usually, culture is specific to a country or an ethnic group. However, it can also be specific to a region or group of people who...
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Hearing loss may be so gradual that you don’t even notice it is happening until one day someone tells you that they need to yell for you to hear them. Getting a regular checkup can help your doctor detect any hearing loss early so you can get the treatment...
Read MoreYou may think that your hearing has nothing to do with your balance. After all, one concerns sounds while the other relates to movement. However, the same part of your ear that controls hearing also controls your balance, and any hearing loss you suffer can have an impact on...
Read MoreThere are many types of hearing loss, ranging from minimal to complete deafness. In some cases, the ability to hear sounds differs between a person’s two ears. This condition is known as asymmetric hearing, and it can affect both adults and children. Those who know little about the condition...
Read MoreHearing loss is a common issue affecting millions of Americans, including celebrities and other well-known public figures. Some of them, like Whoopi Goldberg and Pete Townshend, speak about their issue publicly. Take a look at just a few of the many famous people who struggle with hearing. Gerard Butler...
Read MoreHearing loss affects millions of Americans, yet few people know the facts about this common condition. Many don’t understand how hearing aids improve the quality of life for individuals who suffer in this area. Sadly, myths about who wears these devices and how they function have been confused with...
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