The National Safety Council’s Safety + Health magazine recently published an article about ototoxicants, chemicals that can cause hearing loss and balance issues. In the article, warnings were shared from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) about which industries have higher exposure risks to these chemicals — and how the adverse effects of ototoxicants increases when “workers are exposed…
DetailsHearing aid batteries keep our ears going! Here are some quick do’s and don’ts to get the most out of your hearing aid batteries. Do’s Do let your batteries rest for one min after you pull the tab off and before you put into your hearing aid. Do throw your battery away if your…
DetailsA female scream. Squealing brakes. A baby crying. An electric drill. Nails on a blackboard. They all make the list. The top 10 list. The top 10 list of the most unpleasant sounds according to a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience. Instead of torturing you with the entire list, I limited it by…
DetailsGetting hearing aids is a big decision and a smart investment towards your future quality of life. Before you make the decision, consider these tips to help ensure you get the best hearing aids for your needs. Do’s Do speak with a hearing professional about situations you want to hear and communicate in better. Do…
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