It is now widely known that hearing loss can affect overall health. In other words, if we choose not to treat our hearing loss, we may be putting ourselves at risk for health issues that span from problematic to pretty serious. For example, we know that communication hardships associated with hearing loss can result in […]

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Doyouwantaglassoficetea?  Doyouwantaglassoficetea? Doyouwanta glassof ice tea?   SLOW DOWN!!  Do you want a glass of ice tea?  The person with the hearing loss that you are talking to simply can NOT catch all the words if you are speaking quickly or did not get their attention first.   For people with a hearing loss it takes longer for […]

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Cutest thing ever, right? That is, when a dog or cat’s ears physically turn toward the direction of a sound when it occurs. Truth be told, this is how many different types of mammals actively hear. Speaking of mammals, now imagine if humans did that—feel free to laugh; it’s not something we normally see. That’s because people […]

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We all know that we have five senses.  Sight, Hearing, Taste, Smell, and Touch.  Our senses work with one another, so to speak.  If one of our senses is not as acute as the others, the others will pick up the slack.   While our sight is probably the most developed sense in humans, it is […]

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Every day I look in about 20 patients ear. I am looking for a healthy ear. I am also making sure that the ear canal is free of cerumen (wax). I want to make sure the tympanic membrane (ear drum) is intact and healthy. I want to make sure there is no fluid or infection […]

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This hearing fact just in: Vision loss has joined hearing loss on the list of modifiable risk factors for dementia, according to the latest report by the Lancet Commission on Dementia, Prevention, Intervention and Care. According to the report, “increasing evidence supports an association between untreated vision loss and dementia risk and potential modification by treatment.” […]

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Technology is always changing.  ALWAYS… and that is a good thing.  Often; you will hear me say or write that “you hear with your brain.”   So lets delve into that a little deeper.  We see with our brain.  We feel with our brain.  We move with our brain.  Our brain controls everything.  So what happens […]

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There are many factors that must be taken into consideration when deciding which style of hearing instrument would be the best for you.   I always tell people that the VERY most important thing about your hearing instrument is that YOU want to wear it.  (And of course that you do).    We must be diligent in […]

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just for computers anymore. In fact, it is rapidly transforming medical care today—including hearing technology. With the help of AI, today’s hearing aids have an astounding ability to help you hear more clearly and naturally—much like your brain does—and a whole lot more. But before we get into that, let’s briefly talk about […]

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Weather…. Specifically the humid weather of Florida can affect your hearing.  People who already have hearing loss, wear hearing aids, or are prone to ear problems may  experience more difficulties hearing when it is very hot and humid. Why?  Humid air can cause the skin inside of the ear canal to retain moisture and swell.  […]

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It is interesting to me that every time I have a new patient that has been a teacher, professor, educator and they have a hearing loss…they are shocked when I tell them that it may be a by-product of their work environment. When we think of occupations that can cause noise induced hearing loss we […]

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Treating hearing loss is filled with benefits from improving conversation to never missing a moment. But as today’s hearing fact shows, the advantages only get greater, underscoring that better hearing health is directly linked to better overall health. So, even though the risk of dementia, depression, anxiety, and falls increases as we age, thankfully there’s something that people with hearing loss can do […]

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Last week I threw out the term “AI” or Artificial Intelligence.   So, what exactly is Artificial intelligence and how is it used in our everyday life?  Simply…it is machine learning.  Now, it’s a little more complicated than that.  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the development of intelligent machines.  Intelligent computers that react and work with humans.  […]

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Welcome to Men’s Health Month (already in progress)—a time when we raise awareness of preventable health issues in men. And what better time for men everywhere to examine their hearing health and get any hearing issues squared away? After all, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, men between 20–69 years of age are […]

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It is Human nature to question.  It is human nature to inquire with others to obtain answers that satisfy our needs.  Why do we seek help?  We need help.  Plain and simple…in little things and big things.  We like to analyze and do lists of pro’s and con’s.  We like to bounce idea’s around with […]

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Happy spring! We begin this blog with a shout-out to those who make the effort to water their plants regularly: Because did you know that dehydration not only stresses plants, but makes them scream? Yes, you heard that right. This is the sound of plants vibrating at ultrasonic frequencies “due to physiological processes” that occur from changes in water […]

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MAY IS BETTER SPEECH & HEARING MONTH.  Jump into it.  If you have never had a hearing test (or it has been years) then be proactive and get that test!!  Hearing loss isn’t one-size-fits all.  If you or a loved one is even questioning if you have a hearing loss then it is time to […]

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Welcome to Better Hearing Month—a time when we raise awareness of hearing issues and the value of getting our hearing checked and treating any hearing loss we may have. After all, better hearing plays a huge role in bringing joy and betterment to our daily lives. The benefits are countless—some of them, obvious; some of them, […]

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It is now widely known that hearing loss can affect overall health. In other words, if we choose not to treat our hearing loss, we may be putting ourselves at risk for health issues that span from problematic to pretty serious. For example, we know that communication hardships associated with hearing loss can result in […]

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Growing up with a severe-to-profound hearing loss, hearing has always been a complex and deeply personal part of my identity. I was born without the ability to hear and received my first hearing aids around the age of two. For as long as I can remember, they’ve been part of my world, yet the misconceptions […]

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