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‘Tis the Season: This simple, sweet phrase works brilliantly as justification for just about anything. Want that extra cookie? ‘Tis the Season! Want to buy a new pair of heels? ‘Tis the Season! Want to stay out late and skip your early morning working? ‘Tis the Season! Repeat this phrase over and over and over, my friend. And, pull it …
Tinnitus — what, exactly, is it? What symptoms do people experience? And, perhaps, most importantly, do YOU have tinnitus? Today’s blog post will cover all of these questions, and (hopefully) bring you a bit of hope and sunshine-y thoughts related to a persistently frustrating condition. Tinnitus Symptoms Many people experience this condition, and it’s not just a fun word to …
We have some news for our faithful readers: cognitive decline is inextricably linked to hearing loss. You probably already know and understand this reality. And understanding this means recognizing the vital role hearing plays in keeping up with our brain’s health. The Physical Realities of Aging Facing the physical realities of aging can be a difficult journey. And, journeys take …
So, your hearing aid needs repair. It happens. Devices wear out, break, fail to work properly, need to be cleaned, and require adjustments. Maybe you purchased your devices up north — or maybe your devices are relatively old, and you can’t remember where you actually purchased them. Whatever the case may be, we are “HEAR” to help you. (Get it? …
When you were little, do you remember going to visit Santa Claus? Maybe you visited him at the mall, a local hardware store, or in your town center or on Main Street. Did you get dressed up? Or write a list? Maybe you brought a personalized letter, listing all of your greatest Christmas wishes, along with a comprehensive guide to …
You might not know it yet, but you NEED to be a Decibel. What, exactly, does it mean to be a Decibel? And why, exactly, should you become one? Sure, it has to do with hearing health, but it is oh-so-much more. What is a Decibel? Are you wondering what it means to be a Decibel? Maybe you are already …
Like many people confronted with hearing loss, you may find yourself flippantly mentioning the high cost of hearing aids. “They’re just so expensive,” you may comment during social interactions or conversations with your significant other. But have you ever considered how expensive NOT investing in hearing aids may be? Relatively speaking, hearing devices represent a fantastic value, particularly when you …
Did you know that approximately 1 in 8 children have noise-induced hearing loss? October is Audiology Awareness Month, and in Naples, Florida, we do not often encounter hearing loss in children. Mostly, Southwest Florida’s general population is over the age of “child” and into the realm of “adult,” “mature adult,” or “extremely mature and exceedingly wise adult.” Noise-Induced Hearing Loss …
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to lose one of your five senses suddenly? Sudden hearing loss is just that: sudden hearing loss. Considered a medical emergency, sudden hearing loss can happen in an instant or over a period of a few days. You Are Not a Superhero Losing a sense — particularly your hearing — is …
The effects of snoring are wide-reaching, impacting relationships, health, and productivity. Approximately 45% of normal adults snore occasionally, and approximately 25% of adults are habitual snores. Snoring seems to be more common in men, though many women also snore. Habitual snoring becomes more common the older we get. Spotting the Effects of Snoring Do you know someone who snores? Maybe …