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Skip Ear Candling This Flu Season

As cooler weather arrives and flu season begins, many people start searching for ways to ease congestion and sinus pressure. It’s easy to stumble across “natural detox” remedies that promise relief. One of the most talked-about is ear candling, a…

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Understanding Resound Vivia vs. Resound Nexia Hearing Aids

Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. Short Version ReSound Vivia vs Nexia comes down to one difference that matters. Vivia adds a second chip running a neural network for speech in noise. Nexia does not. Battery, connectivity and…

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Hearing Aid Innovation: Keeping Up with the Latest Technology Trends

Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. Short Version Three hearing aid technology trends matter right now: a second chip devoted to separating speech from noise, Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast for venue broadcasts, and batteries that outlast a…

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Bilateral Hearing Loss: Understanding the Challenges

Short Version: Bilateral sensorineural hearing loss means reduced hearing in both ears. The change comes from the inner ear or hearing nerve. It usually comes on gradually with age or noise. Both ears fade together, so there is no strong…

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It’s National Protect Your Hearing Month!

October marks National Protect Your Hearing Month. It’s a reminder that hearing loss often starts quietly, with daily habits that seem harmless. If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your hearing, now is the time to act. A few simple…

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Finding the Best Hearing Aids for Seniors with Tinnitus

Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. Short Version The best hearing aids for seniors with tinnitus are the ones fitted to your hearing loss first, with sound therapy layered on top. Nearly every current device includes a tinnitus…

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Understanding the Reality of Hearing Loss

The reality of hearing loss is more than missing sounds. It affects health, safety, mood, and relationships. Nearly 430 million people worldwide need treatment for hearing loss, yet most wait years before seeking help. Delays come at a cost. Untreated…

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A Resound Hearing Aid or a Starkey Hearing Aid?

Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. Short Version ReSound vs Starkey hearing aids comes down to how you want the work done. ReSound Sensia leans on a dedicated neural chip that separates speech from noise. Starkey Omega AI…

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This World Alzheimer’s Month Schedule a Hearing Test

September is World Alzheimer’s Month. It is a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about dementia and encouraging action to support brain health. Each year, Alzheimer’s Disease International calls on individuals, families, and communities to join together and challenge the…

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Get to Know Phonak Audeo Hearing Aids and Starkey Edge Hearing Aids

Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. Short Version Phonak Audeo vs Starkey Edge comes down to automation against control. Phonak reads the room and adjusts without being asked, and its newest EON Sphere adds a second chip just…

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