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Can You Wear Hearing Aids in the Rain?
As winter approaches and Santa Barbara gets more rain, you may be wondering if it’s okay to wear your hearing aids outside on rainy days. Like many electronic devices, hearing aids are susceptible to water…
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How to Properly Clean and Maintain Your Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are life-changing devices for those with hearing loss and could benefit nearly 28.8 million Americans. They amplify sounds and reconnect people with loved ones. Just like any piece of technology that’s used daily,…
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Tips for Maintaining Your Hearing Aid: Cleaning and Servicing
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. These tiny devices collect and amplify speech and important sounds to help you connect with the world. In order to get the most out of…
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How Hearing Loss Can Isolate You & Make You Lonely
Loneliness and isolation can impact mental well-being. For those living with hearing loss, this impact may be especially profound. The Effects of Loneliness and Social Isolation A recent study from 2021 found that roughly 36%…
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Facts About Seniors & Hearing Loss
Hearing loss caused by advanced age, known as presbycusis, is the most common form of hearing loss. In fact, according to an article published in the National Library of Medicine, “[Hearing loss] is estimated to…
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How Severe Is Your Hearing Loss?
According to a study on the prevalence of hearing loss severity in the U.S. published in the American Journal of Public Health, “An estimated 25.4 million, 10.7 million, 1.8 million, and 0.4 million U.S. residents…
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Tips for Traveling with Hearing Aids
When planning a trip, you might not immediately consider the extra care required for your hearing aids. However, with some foresight and preparation, you can avoid complications and ensure a smooth journey. Nearly 28.8 million…
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Ice Skating and Hearing Aids: What to Know
Ice skating is a great way to bond with family and friends or share a romantic evening with your partner. The sound of blades slicing through the ice and the joy of spinning around make…
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Hearing Loss in Teens: Warning Signs To Watch For
Approximately 5.2 million children and teens between the ages of six and 19 have noise-related hearing loss. As your child enters their teen years, the constant presence of headphones, noisy stereos, concerts at the Santa…
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Sending My Child to School With Hearing Aids: What To Expect
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents are busy shopping for supplies, choosing the perfect first-day outfit and attending parent-teacher meetings. For parents of children with hearing loss, there are additional steps to ensure a smooth…
