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Hearing Better at Noisy Holiday Parties
Holiday parties are fun, festive and loud. Conversations fly back and forth, and often there’s loud music playing. This energy is why we love attending holiday parties, but it can make it difficult to hear…
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The Connection Between Hearing Aids and the Loneliness Epidemic
In 2023, the then-acting U.S. Surgeon General released a report that brought our attention to a phenomenon known as the loneliness epidemic. The report states that about half of U.S. adults agree that they are…
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How Can a Concussion Affect Hearing?
Aging and loud noise exposure aren’t the only causes of hearing loss. It’s quite common to experience hearing loss or noise sensitivity following a head injury, such as a concussion. The Centers for Disease Control…
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Starting College with Hearing Loss
If you have hearing loss and are about to start your freshman year of college, congratulations on starting this next chapter in your life! College is a wonderful phase of life where you chase your…
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Is Hearing Loss Genetic?
If you’re wondering whether or not hearing loss is genetic, it can be, but it isn’t the most likely cause of hearing loss. Of the more than 20 different causes of hearing loss listed by…
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How to Talk to Your Child About Hearing Loss and Deaf Awareness
Helping your children understand hearing loss is more than a health conversation, it’s a meaningful way to teach respect for others’ differences. Whether they’ve noticed a classmate using hearing aids at Downeast School or have…
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How to Keep Your Hearing Aids in Peak Condition
Over 10% of people in the U.S. have hearing loss, and hearing aids are a common and effective treatment option. If you’ve just gotten your first pair, proper care is essential to maintain performance and…
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What to Know About Invisible Hearing Aids
An estimated 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. When you start your hearing aid journey, it’s normal to be overwhelmed by the choices. Hearing aids differ in shape, color and features. Invisible…
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Love Your Hearing: Essential Tips for Better Ear Care
Self-care is more than just bubble baths, exercise and work-life balance. While these habits are important, your hearing health also deserves attention. Clear and healthy hearing enriches everyday experiences, from enjoying music to connecting with…
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How Does Sound Travel and What Stops It?
When you listen to the chilly winter air rustling through the Cascade Park trees, it feels like you heard the sound instantly. While hearing happens in a fraction of a second, sound waves go on…
