Say What? Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline
An estimated 40-50% of adults over the age of 65 experience some level of hearing loss, and that percentage increases to approximately 83% of people over the age of 70. Brain function and cognitive decline are closely associated with hearing health for this high number of people. Though these numbers may seem staggering at the outset, but for those of us …
Mandy Harvey Overcomes Hearing Loss on America’s Got Talent
If you haven’t watched this video, please do yourself a favor and watch it immediately. No, I mean it. Press play right now. I promise you’ll thank me after you’re finished. Because — please listen very carefully — hearing loss does not mean the end of your dreams. If you don’t yet know about Mandy Harvey, it’s possible you …
At Decibels Audiology We Just Love A Christmas Story Like This
“Mali Phoenix Williams-Cody, aged 3, has visited the Cleveland Centre’s special event days several times. She came with her mum on Saturday to meet Santa. Mali struggles to communicate with speech and language. She has been attending a special school to help with her communication and this is were she learned sign language. As seen in the video, Santa asked …
Decibels Audiology Owners Attend Starkey Hearing Foundation Gala
Be sure to check our website and social media accounts this weeked as Decibels Audiology owners April and Mark Royan attend the star-studded Starkey Hearing Foundation Gala in Minneapolis, Minnesota! This event honors individuals and organizations that dedicate their time to help others. We will be posting pics live from the event on both our Facebook and Twitter accounts! Watch …
Decibels Audiology Wins 4th Consecutive SWFL Choice Gold Star Award!
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!!! Decibels is proud to announce our 4th consecutive win of the Naples Daily News Southwest Florida Choice Award Gold Star! Our super amazing patients have once again crowned us #1 and we could not be more proud! We love our patients and it is wonderful to see they love us back! We would …
How Do I Donate My Old Hearing Aids?
See more from Starkey | World News Have you ever wondered what to do with your old hearing aids? Many people seek out opportunities to donate used or out of warranty devices so that others may have the gift of better hearing. At Decibels Audiology and Hearing Aid Center, we love being able to offer a great way for people to donate …
7 Tips For Better Hearing Aid Performance
Tip 1: Adjusting the volume to the situation Modern hearing aids automatically select the appropriate volume when they are switched on. No other adjustments are necessary. If you adjust the volume manually, do not make it too loud. This rarely helps with understanding. Please do not try to understand someone speaking softly at a great distance. Even a healthy ear cannot …