Facts about Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

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Harmful sounds are those that are too loud and last too long or are very loud and sudden.
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Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss Requires Treatment

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Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is best treated right away. It should be treated like a medical emergency, sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a serious condition.
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How To Tell the Difference Between ADHD and APD

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Auditory processing disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder affect millions of children in the U.S. but are often misdiagnosed. Learn how to differentiate these two disorders here:

The Disturbing Link Between Hearing Loss and Depression

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The strange link between hearing loss and depression explained. This is what scientists found out about how hearing loss impacts the brain.
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October is National Audiology Awareness Month

The National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders observes National Protect Your Hearing Month each October in order to raise awareness about the causes and prevention of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). We've compiled a list of safety measures you can take to protect your hearing.
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Top 3 Must-Have Hearing Loss Apps

There's more you can do to overcome hearing challenges now than ever before. One often-overlooked method is the use of hearing loss apps.
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Addressing Hearing Loss Could Reduce the Risk of Dementia

Are you or a loved one struggling with hearing loss? If so, what you're experiencing could be more than an inconvenience. In this article, we'll discuss whether there's a link between hearing loss and dementia. Also, if there really is a connection, we'll discuss what to do about it.
Causes of Hearing Impairment in Children

Causes of Hearing Impairment in Children

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Has your child been diagnosed with a hearing impairment? We understand your need to learn more about hearing loss so that you can process what this means both for you and your child.  After learning your child may have a hearing impairment,…
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Top Hearing Loss Causes That Are Preventable

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Not all hearing loss is preventable, and most types of hearing loss cannot be completely reversed. However, this article talks about hearing loss causes that can absolutely be prevented. In this article, we specifically discuss noise-related…
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Helping Your Child Adjust to a Hearing Aid

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It can be hard for a child to adjust to hearing aids, but loving and attentive parents can be a great resource. Some children can easily acclimate but the process is not so easy for all children. There are many ways that you, as a parent, can…