In the past, we called them “books-on-tape,” a term that feels almost archaic today. With the introduction of CDs and, more recently, digital streaming, the term “audiobook” has become the standard, and rightly so. Audiobooks allow you to enjoy literature while on the go without needing to sit down and actually read. Audiobooks: a modern […]
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Many people have powerful recollections of a cherished family pet. Our lives can be enriched by many kinds of animals including; dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and birds. In many instances, they are our close companions. Quality of life and symptom management for people who have hearing loss can also be improved by having a pet […]
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For professional musicians, hearing isn’t simply a sense, it’s a vital part of their craft and livelihood. However, many musicians still believe that hearing loss is just an inescapable result of practicing their craft. This is both an antiquated and unhealthy frame of mind. Luckily, this harmful attitude is being challenged by growing awareness and […]
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In today’s digital age, shopping on the Internet has become a norm. From household essentials to high-tech gadgets, the Internet offers an endless variety of products, including hearing aids. Purchasing hearing aids online might, at first, seem like a great plan because of the lower cost and because you don’t have to go to see […]
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Earplugs can often be a basic and effective way to fall asleep at night if you are being kept awake by disruptive noises. Noises that might be interfering with your ability to get a good night’s rest can be decreased or totally blocked out by using a pair of earplugs at night. Getting a restful […]
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As our loved ones get older, specific changes in their health can be anticipated. One of the most prevalent problems they may encounter is hearing loss. Around one out of three people aged 65 to 74 copes with some degree of hearing loss as reported by the National Institute of Health. This number increases considerably […]
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Most individuals think that as they get older hearing loss will be unavoidable. The gradual decline in hearing isn’t simply a result of time passing but a consequence of accumulated damage. Every exposure to loud noise, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through loud earbuds, adds up over time, leading to irreversible hearing […]
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Tinnitus is an incredibly prevalent medical condition. Something like 20 million people regularly cope with chronic tinnitus so severe that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more common presentations of tinnitus which are much more mild and intermittent and are also easier to cope with. Tinnitus occurs when you hear a phantom sound, when […]
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Even mild hearing loss can considerably impact everyday life, affecting relationships with friends, family members, and co-workers, as well as complicating regular activities such as grocery shopping. But transformative changes can be established by the use of properly tuned hearing aids. Ten reasons why you should think about hearing aids While the chief benefit of […]
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The underlying basis of noise-induced hearing loss might seem well-founded. After all, the name itself suggests a fairly straightforward cause-and-effect relationship. The universal understanding is simply that loud sounds damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, resulting in long-term and permanent hearing loss. And while that’s accurate, the mechanisms underpinning that cause have not always […]
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