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Watch Out For These Common Allergy Mistakes
If you suffer from the itchy, watery eyes, stuffy nose and constant sneezing that come with seasonal allergies, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 25.7% of adults in…
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How To Manage Tree Pollen Allergies
According to a study published in the journal Allergy, “It is estimated that pollen allergies affect approximately 40% of allergic individuals.” And for many of these allergy sufferers, tree pollen specifically is to blame for…
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How to Make the Most of Hearing Aids on Windy Days
Windy days can be a real pain for hearing aid users. Let’s go over a few ways that you can minimize the effects of wind when wearing your hearing aids. Why Wind Causes Problems for…
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Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Pair of Hearing Aids
According to a 2022 article published in the National Library of Medicine, “Worldwide, the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that over 5% of people have disabling hearing loss, defined as a hearing deficit of 40…
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Can Allergies Cause Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing, hissing or other noise in the ear. While sometimes a cause for tinnitus cannot be found, many potential causes exist, including allergies. The Link Between Allergies and Tinnitus One of…
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How Hearing Aids Can Help You Feel More Connected at Events
Going to public events like concerts or church services when you have hearing loss can be a stressful and even disappointing experience. You may feel as though your listening difficulties prevent you from fully connecting…
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Is There a Link Between Allergies and Genetics?
Do you experience allergy symptoms after eating certain foods or when you’re out walking at White Point Garden in Charleston? If so, genetics may be to blame. How Allergy and Genetics Are Connected If someone…
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Is It Allergies or Dry Eye?
While eye discomfort caused by allergies or dry eye isn’t serious, it can be uncomfortable and interfere with your daily life. Knowing exactly what is causing your symptoms can help narrow down your treatment options…
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How to Avoid Social Isolation When You Have Hearing Loss
One of the biggest risks of untreated hearing loss is social isolation. If you’re socially withdrawn for long enough, not only can this lead to depression, it can also contribute to dementia. This is why…
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If Your Hearing Aid Is Giving You a Headache, It May Need to Be Adjusted
If you’re one of the millions of adults aged 45 and older who wear hearing aids, you know how helpful they can be in treating your hearing loss and keeping you connected to the world…