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6 Simple Video Conferencing Tips for Those with Hearing Loss

It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a new way of life that affects all of us. Most states around the US have issued stay-at-home orders, allowing you to venture out for only a few specific reasons. Because of this, you may now find yourself working at home (or attending classes at… Continue reading 6 Simple Video Conferencing Tips for Those with Hearing Loss

Here Are Things You Can Do At Home to Support Hearing Loss

If you or a loved one is experiencing hearing loss, you need support. Even if you are unable to visit an audiologist or other hearing healthcare specialist soon due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can take steps to support hearing loss at home. Experiencing hearing loss does not have to mean that you become reliant on… Continue reading Here Are Things You Can Do At Home to Support Hearing Loss

9 Tips for Taking Care of Your Hearing Aids at Home

With the current “stay at home” and “shelter in place” orders around the country, it can be difficult to see your hearing aid professional as often as usual. Even as states begin to ease restrictions and businesses cautiously start to reopen, it is best to avoid unneeded visits to places like stores and offices. Even… Continue reading 9 Tips for Taking Care of Your Hearing Aids at Home

From Mild to Profound: Understanding The Different Degrees of Hearing Loss

Whether you have acquired your hearing loss over time or were simply born with it, every member of the hard of hearing community has a unique degree of hearing loss that affects them in their own way. Though hearing loss is complex and unique to each person, the severity of your hearing loss can be… Continue reading From Mild to Profound: Understanding The Different Degrees of Hearing Loss

Extending The Life Of Your Hearing Aid Batteries

A standard hearing aid battery typically lasts between 3 to 22 days. This time frame is dependent on the type of hearing aid, the battery type, how often you use your hearing aid, and how much streaming you do. Depending on how often you use your hearing aids, you may have to change them once… Continue reading Extending The Life Of Your Hearing Aid Batteries

Disability Discrimination Can Happen in the Workplace

When you start a new job, there is a lot to be excited about—and a lot to learn to navigate. Each job has its own set of expectations, responsibilities, and duties. However, each position and organization also comes with unique dynamics in the workplace that can have an immense impact on your day-to-day work experience.… Continue reading Disability Discrimination Can Happen in the Workplace

Impressive Features Of Modern Hearing Aids And What You Need To Know About Them

Hearing technology goes back to the 17th century. In those days, a hearing trumpet was the latest and greatest craze. Even in the ’60s and the ’70s, hearing aids were bulky, and often uncomfortable devices that had more problems than features. Thankfully, hearing technology is advancing dramatically well beyond its humble beginnings. The new hearing… Continue reading Impressive Features Of Modern Hearing Aids And What You Need To Know About Them

What is Listening Fatigue? (And How To Overcome It!)

We all have responsibilities throughout our day that may leave us needing a nap by 5pm. Whether at work, running errands, or participating in social activities, life can be exhausting. But for those with hearing loss, day to day activities can be even more tiring than they would be for those with healthy hearing. This… Continue reading What is Listening Fatigue? (And How To Overcome It!)

New Study Shows That Hearing Loss Can Lead to Delinquency in Pre-Teen Kids

Hearing loss can occur at any age, but there is a growing number of kids developing hearing loss due to prolonged exposure to loud noise. The hearing loss rates among children due to noise exposure are increasing due to the kid’s lifestyle factors. Video games, mp3 players, sporting events, movie theatres, and surround-sound entertainment systems… Continue reading New Study Shows That Hearing Loss Can Lead to Delinquency in Pre-Teen Kids