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New Study Finds Over 50% of Workers Exposed to Noise Do Not Use Protection On the Job

New Study Finds Over 50% of Workers Exposed to Noise Do Not Use Protection On the Job

Noise-induced hearing loss is a very common kind of hearing loss. And you guessed it, it’s caused by exposure to very loud noise. People who work in noisy professions often have a high risk of
October 18, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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Treating Hearing Loss Can Help Prevent Other Issues

Treating Hearing Loss Can Help Prevent Other Issues

Age-related hearing loss is quite common. One in three adults over 65 have hearing loss, and half of adults over 75 have hearing loss. We tend to think of hearing loss as a normal part
October 12, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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High-Frequency Hearing Loss is Common Among Older People

High-Frequency Hearing Loss is Common Among Older People

It’s quite common for older adults to have high-frequency hearing loss. This is hearing loss that affects higher pitches. The two most common kinds of hearing loss, noise-induced hearing loss and age-related hearing loss, both
October 4, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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October is Protect Your Hearing Month

October is Protect Your Hearing Month

October is National Protect Your Hearing Month. There are a number of causes of hearing loss – and some of them are preventable. Approximately 50 million Americans have hearing loss, but a few simple steps
September 29, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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Hearing Loss Could be Linked to Impaired Physical Function in Older Adults

Hearing Loss Could be Linked to Impaired Physical Function in Older Adults

Age-related hearing loss is also known as presbycusis is the most common form of hearing loss, affecting 1 in three seniors over 65 and half of those 75 and older. Presbycusis occurs due to changes
September 15, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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With Live Music Returning, Remember to Protect Your Hearing!

With Live Music Returning, Remember to Protect Your Hearing! 

We’re all excited to get back into the habit of attending live music events. There’s no thrill like hearing the first notes of your favorite song performed live and onstage. If you’re attending a concert
September 13, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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Do Kids Experience Tinnitus

Do Kids Experience Tinnitus?

Have you ever wondered if kids experience tinnitus? That ringing or buzzing sound can be extremely annoying, affect your concentration, and even make it harder to sleep. Adults with hearing loss often have tinnitus, but
September 13, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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People with Diabetes who Smoke Higher Risk for Hearing Loss

People with Diabetes who Smoke: Higher Risk for Hearing Loss

Everyone knows what cigarette smoke is bad for you. But not everyone knows that smoking can lead to diabetes. And if you smoke and have diabetes, you have a much higher risk of hearing loss!
September 10, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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Hearing Loss is Often Accompanied By Other Health Issues

Hearing Loss is Often Accompanied By Other Health Issues

We don’t often think about our health and wellbeing until something goes wrong. And when we do notice a health issue, we tend to think about each issue in isolation. We forget that the body
September 1, 2021
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Matt Dearing
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