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What to Know About Hearing Aid Programming
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” If you’re among this population and you’re considering making the investment, you may be…
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Tips for Connecting Your Hearing Aids to Other Technology
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” If you’re among this population and you wear hearing aids,…
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Tips for Avoiding Allergy Triggers During Outdoor Gatherings
According to a study published in the journal Primary Care in 2016, “In last 30 to 40 years there has been a significant increase in the incidence of allergy. This increase cannot be explained by…
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Tips For Traveling in a Tour Group When You Have Hearing Loss
We’re in the heart of spring with summer right around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to plan a vacation! Guided tour groups are one great way to explore and learn more about…
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Can Allergies Cause Sinus Infections?
Sinus infections cause pressure, pain, nasal congestion and a whole host of other unpleasant symptoms. While they are often caused by a viral infection, allergies can also cause a sinus infection or increase the risk…
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Tips to Avoid Hearing Aid Mishaps
According to the World Health Organization, “Currently more than 1.5 billion people (nearly 20% of the global population) live with hearing loss.” If you experience this condition, and you’re among the population who wears hearing…
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How Long Does Anaphylaxis Last?
Anaphylaxis is a severe, sometimes life-threatening, type of allergic reaction. Most commonly, it is caused by exposure to certain foods, medications or insect stings. Below we review more information about anaphylaxis, including how long it…
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How to Protect Your Hearing Aids This Spring
If you’re one of the 7.1% of Americans over age 45 who wears a hearing aid, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you may wonder what you can do to make…
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Is Your Smartphone Exposing You to Allergens?
You touch your phone approximately 2,600 times a day, according to a 2016 report. If you have allergies, all this contact could be making you have reactions. So, if you’ve been feeling ill lately, your…
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How To Tell People About Your Hearing Aids
If you wear hearing aids, you’re not alone. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid. However, even though it’s…