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Hearing loss is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia

NewsBy Chris MichelsJune 11, 2023

Did you know…that hearing loss is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia? The evidence linking hearing loss to an increased risk of developing dementia keeps piling up. One Johns Hopkins study found that people with severe hearing loss are five times more at risk for developing dementia than people without hearing loss. Another one found…

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Hearing loss is linked to an increased risk of depression

NewsBy Chris MichelsMay 23, 2023

Everyone has their reasons for why they do certain things. Big things, like why they follow a particular career path or live in a specific city. And small, like what they’re going to have for dinner or wear to work today. Most times, the reasons are numerous and nuanced. Other times, it’s a single, simple…

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Better Hearing Month is the best time to treat hearing loss

NewsBy Chris MichelsMay 11, 2023

In 1927, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) designated the month of May as Better Hearing and Speech Month. Their goal at the time was to raise awareness about speech and hearing challenges and — more importantly — encourage people to take action and treat their own hearing and speech problems. That mission is just as…

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Tips for traveling with your hearing aids

NewsBy Chris MichelsApril 24, 2023

Hearing aids are designed to be a large part of our daily lives and should be one of the first things on your packing list when it is time for a trip. Whether you are traveling for work or for fun, it is important to have a few tricks in mind when you travel with…

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