We get a lot of questions about what the summer in Naples is like. Usually, the questions are accompanied by a contorted face and furrowed brow. And, follow up questions abound: “Is it SO hot?” and “But, isn’t it SO hot?” and “You know how hot it is there, right?” But, what is the summer in Southwest Florida REALLY like? …
What Type of Hearing Aids Should I Buy?
The busy season in Southwest Florida is in full swing. Parties, events, social gatherings, and excitement abound! With all of the activity, maybe you have decided to address your hearing loss, come in for a hearing test and potentially invest in hearing aids. People make the decision to invest in hearing devices for a variety of reasons, but many times, …
Coming Soon: The Decibels Bonita Springs Office
We’re thrilled to announce that the most fun and fabulous audiology office in Southwest Florida is expanding to Bonita Springs! Yay! Our distinguished team at Decibels Audiology and Hearing Aid Center plans to open a brand new office a few miles north in the beginning of October of this year. A New Audiology Office: Under Construction We’re so excited for …
Why and How to Vote for Decibels
Oh, haven’t you heard? The Naples Daily News Best of Naples awards are going on RIGHT NOW. Well, voting for all your favorites around town is going on right now!! For the next four days, YOU can vote for your absolutely favorite businesses and organizations around Naples, Florida. What Exactly ARE the Naples Daily News Best of Naples Awards? The …
Do You Have Tinnitus?
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 …
Your Hearing Aid Repair Appointment
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? …
Do You Need a Hearing Test? Take This Simple Test.
Do you really need a hearing test? Maybe your spouse or partner has been annoying you with incessant demands to get your hearing checked. Maybe you can hear everything — for real — but you’re having trouble understanding. Or, maybe your doctor has encouraged you to get a hearing test as part of your annual physical. BUT you still haven’t …
The 2017 Best of Decibels Audiology
Happy New Year from our family to yours! And before the old year dies, we offer you a recap. Want to know what we’ve been up to in 2017? In short, we’ve done A LOT! 2017 was a year of accomplishments, hard work, significant growth, warm feelings and fabulous festivities. We have several highlights to share with you. Yes, the …
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Children
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 …
Snoring Can Lead to Hearing Loss! Who Knew?
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 …
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