Like most technology, hearing aids have made progress at an impressive rate. First introduced to the commercial market in 1913, hearing aids used to be the size of filing cabinets until they had advanced into the hearing aids of the 1970s that you may remember: bulky, beige, and hardly inconspicuous. Today, hearing aids are more… Continue reading 3 Impressive Features of Modern Hearing Aid Technology in 2020
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
A Maine Law Requires Private Insurers To Cover Cost of Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are ingenious, high tech devices providing a better quality of life for millions of Americans. It seems like the list of features available on hearing aids is getting bigger each year, as is the price tag. A basic set of hearing aids costs between $1500 and $3500 and this is on the low… Continue reading A Maine Law Requires Private Insurers To Cover Cost of Hearing Aids
COVID-19 UPDATE
Dear Patients of the Hearing Center, Your providers at Eye Consultants of Atlanta are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak via the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Georgia Department of Health (DPH) and World Health Organization (WHO). The virus and protocols around it are changing quickly, and we are working to mitigate any impact on… Continue reading COVID-19 UPDATE
American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year Has Hearing Loss
A lot has changed in the world of dolls since Barbie premiered in 1959. The classic Barbie look—blonde, blue-eyed, thin, and Caucasian—may still be available, but she is now available in much greater variety. The same is true for many dolls and toy brands. Dolls are now available with various hair and eye colors, skin… Continue reading American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year Has Hearing Loss
Can Ear Infections Cause Hearing Loss?
It may start with a loss of appetite or a change in behavior. From there maybe a fever or tugging on the ear. The signs are all there – an ear infection. Most children will develop an ear infection at least once, and some will face chronic ear infections during their childhood. In many cases,… Continue reading Can Ear Infections Cause Hearing Loss?
Maine Makes Hearing Aids More Affordable
Have you been diagnosed with hearing loss and explored your hearing aid options? Chances are if you looked into getting your hearing aids covered through insurance, you’ve been disappointed in what you’ve found. The truth is, insurance companies rarely cover the cost of hearing aids. The good news is, that could be changing. Hearing health… Continue reading Maine Makes Hearing Aids More Affordable
Hearing Loss Can Increase Your Risk for Accidental Injury
Accidents can happen to anyone, right? That is why we call them “accidents,” after all. However, certain factors can increase your risk of accidental injury. While you might think something like “being clumsy” might top the list of risk factors for accidental injury, the truth is something very common: hearing loss. A recent study analyzed… Continue reading Hearing Loss Can Increase Your Risk for Accidental Injury
Can an ear infection cause hearing loss?
Every year, ear infections rank among the top reasons that parents take their children to a pediatrician. Ear infections can be painful and frustrating for small children. Even more seriously, ear infections have been linked to hearing loss. Here is everything you should know about ear infections and hearing loss. First, it’s important to note… Continue reading Can an ear infection cause hearing loss?
Understanding Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
“It’s not our disabilities, it’s our abilities that count.” –Chris Burke If you have been diagnosed with hearing loss, there are many things to consider, such as how you’ll treat your hearing loss, new considerations for your daily routine and even what you may need to do to optimize your routine at work. It’s also… Continue reading Understanding Disability Discrimination in the Workplace