Many people in central Florida express to me that they never had allergies or sinus issues up north or even over on the coast.  I guess our area just has a lot of allergy causing items in the great outdoors!  Allergies can affect your hearing.      Are your eyes itchy?  Do you have a little […]

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At our office; like many other medical practices, we will set our patients with their next future appointment before they leave.   We do this to make sure the hearing instruments are being checked, cleaned and analyzed and adjustments made if necessary.  We also check the ears and remove any wax that may be looming.  We […]

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People can lose their hearing for a number of reasons.  The aging process alone may be the only reason that we have a hearing loss.  But, there are also medical reasons that may contribute to hearing loss. Who has hearing loss?  1 in 6 Americans experience hearing loss.   Almost 80% of people choose to do […]

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Recently one of our patient’s had a sudden hearing loss. Luckily, we caught it quickly and the doctor got her on some meds and her hearing returned to it’s previous level. In the meantime, however; I had to adjust her hearing aids to compensate for her “new loss”. She came in today for an updated […]

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Most everyone can recall past events in history. It may be history that has to do with the city in which we live, our country or perhaps just ourown personal family. Family history is always fun…but it is also very important to have knowledge of medical background of our ancestors. Having such knowledge helps to […]

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Have you ever asked yourself the question… “How well should I be hearing?” I have had many people over the last 45 years ask me if I can make them hear better. Hear better with their hearing that they have without hearing aids. I also have numerous people ask me if I can make them […]

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YES! Take that survey! Ask yourself a few questions about your hearing abilities. Other than the obvious social and noise environments that can be challenging…there are also other key indicators that you should consider when determining your hearing health. If we can help, just give us a call: (863) 385-3497. To Hear Better Is To Live […]

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It is funny how it seems like everything in this life will come around more than one time. You know what I mean… hair styles seems to come back into style every 20 years or so and the same with clothes. Lately, I have had several patients confide their frustrations that everyone multi-tasks. Many of […]

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Hearing loss is not just a mere inconvenience… it is a significant health issue. Hearing loss can actually affect every aspect of your life. Correcting your hearing lossand wearing hearing aids will of course give you better hearing and communication abilities. Wearing appropriately fitting hearing aids are directly linked to better physical, mental and emotional […]

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Hearing aid ratings may mislead you. Every few years publications like Consumer Reports™ rate many many things. Hearing aids are one of them. Recently, We have had many people show us the latest survey. While the surveys’ are meant to help and educate.. missing data can also be misleading. It is important to know what […]

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Whether you are planning your tropical escape from winter or have a business trip approaching, your hearing aids are still one of your best companions for getting the most out of your travels. Any time, any place. Learn more as we show you how to maintain your best hearing with minimal fuss on your journey—thanks […]

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If you have been keeping up with the latest research on hearing loss, you are likely aware of the strong connection between hearing health and brain health. You may understand that treating your hearing loss now instead of down the track has been proven to reduce your risk of cognitive decline—by nearly half. In fact, hearing loss […]

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Hearing aids are an investment in your overall health and quality of life. They help to enhance your everyday by ensuring you don’t miss out on important moments, enabling you to remain social and active, helping you stay safe and alert, and bringing you the joy of hearing your favorite sounds, music, and people. All […]

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Wintertime—especially if you live in a place where it gets bitterly cold—can be tough on a lot of things: our automobiles, our fingers and toes, and our psyche. But it doesn’t have to be tough on our hearing aids, thanks to the latest hearing technology and some simple best practices we can follow. Here are six helpful […]

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Today’s hearing fact is another important reminder of how common hearing loss is as we grow older. But despite its prevalence, did you know that only 29% of people aged 71 and older wear hearing aids? While the reasons people choose not to treat their hearing loss can range from not recognizing the condition to conceding […]

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It’s a time when we celebrate the positive aspects of growing older. And believe it or not, there are lots—everything from gaining a greater acceptance of ourselves to acquiring wisdom from our life experiences. What does healthy aging mean to you? Interestingly enough, more than 21,000 adults aged 55 and older were surveyed with that very question last […]

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year—that’s over 14 million people. Unfortunately, the likelihood of falls increases as we get older, and one common contributor may surprise you—untreated hearing loss. Yes, you read that correctly: Studies prove that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of falls […]

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Most of us are probably aware that loneliness isn’t good for us—but today’s fact offers the hard-hitting reality of just how bad isolation can be for our overall health. Considered as risky as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day, loneliness has also been named an urgent health threat by US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. So, why report […]

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As the holiday season approaches, there’s no denying it’s about to get busy for many of us (ho, ho, ho, that’s an understatement, right?). The preparations can be as eventful as the big days themselves—everything from planning the perfect menus to scrambling for gifts for everyone on our lists. We plan ahead not only to ensure […]

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Today’s fact headlining the lack of hearing screenings at routine doctor exams may surprise you—or not. If you’re surprised: It’s probably because you’ve been keeping up with the mounting research that strongly links hearing loss with dementia, cognitive decline, depression, loneliness, and falls. If you’re not surprised: You may be familiar with the current state of shorter appointments in the U.S. and let’s […]

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