The Future of Hearing Healthcare 2020

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It's been over two years now since the OTC hearing aid act became law. The Act gave the FDA three years to establish guidelines for approving OTC hearing aids as safe and effective. At this time, the FDA says it has not approved any OTC…

Study identifies 44 genes linked to age-related hearing loss

These 44 genes may explain why we lose our hearing as we age

Why Your Business Needs A Custom Hearing Protection Plan

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The real reason that businesses are turning to custom hearing protection plans.
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Ways You Can Make Life Easier for Someone With Hearing Loss

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What You Can Do To Improve Quality of Life for Loved Ones with Hearing Loss

OSHA Hearing Protection Rules - Explained

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This quick guide really demystifies OSHA hearing protection rules. How do I test noise levels? How can I ensure employees are following hearing protection guidelines? It's all here.

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.