Hearing Health Blog

The Role of Audiologists in Hearing Care

Audiologists play a vital role in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of hearing loss and related disorders. As highly trained professionals, they provide comprehensive hearing care services to help individuals maintain and improve their quality of life. In this article, we will explore the role of audiologists, their qualifications, and the various services they offer. […]

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Understanding Conductive Hearing Loss

Conductive hearing loss is one of the most common types of hearing loss. This type of hearing loss occurs when there is a blockage or damage to the ear canal, eardrum, or middle ear. This blockage can prevent sound from passing through the ear canal and reaching the inner ear, where it is interpreted by […]

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Taking a Closer Look at Different Hearing Aid Options

Hearing aids are a standard treatment for hearing loss, and many different types are available on the market. In this blog post, we will discuss the three main styles of hearing aids in the ear, behind the ear and in the canal. We will also discuss invisible-in-canal and completely-in-canal hearing aids. Each type of hearing […]

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Is Untreated Hearing Loss Dangerous?

Many people assume hearing loss can be a minor inconvenience. They simply need to focus slightly more or ask people to speak loudly and slow their speech pattern in conversation. However, if hearing loss goes untreated, there is a risk that they could put themselves in a dangerous situation. So, while hearing loss by itself […]

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Top Gifts for Individuals with Hearing Loss

If you know someone who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss, there are plenty of great gifts that can help them continue to live their life just as they did before they got the diagnosis. You need to find something that is functional and something they need, so if you’re unsure what to buy, […]

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Signs You Need to See an Audiologist

How much thought do you give to your hearing health? If you’ve recently noticed that your hearing isn’t quite as sharp as it once was, it might prompt you to book an appointment with an audiologist. Or perhaps you’re trying to be more proactive with your health in general and want to have your hearing […]

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4 Reasons to Have Your Hearing Tested

When did you last get your hearing checked? If it’s been years instead of months, you might want to talk to an audiologist and schedule a test. You might think everything is fine, but if you’ve started turning up the volume on the TV or radio or asking people to repeat themselves, these could be […]

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Does Hearing Aid Size Matter?

There is a lot of debate surrounding the topic of hearing aid size. Does it really matter what size your hearing aid is? Some people believe that a small hearing aid is just as effective as a large one, while others think that a larger hearing aid will provide more coverage and better sound quality. […]

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What Questions Should You Ask Your Audiologist?

Everyone can have trouble hearing. No matter how old you are or how young you are, this could happen to you. If you just found out that you have hearing loss, you might want to ask your audiologist some questions. Or you might not be able to think of what information you might need right […]