Hearing Health

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Eating for Auditory Health: 10 Foods That Help Your Hearing

Foods for hearing health do more than fill your stomach. The nutrients in your meals affect your heart, your brain, and the delicate structures inside your ears. Research shows that certain vitamins and minerals protect your auditory system while poor…

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Noise and Kids: The Importance of Hearing Protection for Children

Children experience the world through sound. Their laughter, learning, and connections all depend on healthy hearing. Yet many parents don’t realize how vulnerable young ears are to damage. Approximately 4 in every 1,000 children are born with hearing loss, and…

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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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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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Understanding Medicare Hearing Aids Coverage

If you are approaching Medicare enrollment or already a beneficiary, you may be wondering about Medicare hearing aids coverage. This question matters because hearing loss is extremely common among older adults, yet hearing aids remain expensive. The average pair can…

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Finding the Best Audiologist Near Me

Looking for the best audiologist near me can feel daunting. You may have dozens of options in your area, but how do you know which one is right? Choosing an audiologist is not just about convenience, price, or even the…

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How Do You Get a Free Hearing Test in Sioux Falls?

If you’re searching for a free hearing test in Sioux Falls, Stanford Hearing offers comprehensive evaluations at no cost. We believe your hearing health matters. Early diagnosis can protect your well-being, and screening is the first step toward clarity. Let’s…

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Fireworks May Cause Hearing Damage

Summer celebrations and fireworks go hand-in-hand. But did you know fireworks can cause hearing damage in just one blast? It’s true—even short exposures to extremely loud sounds can harm your ears permanently. At Stanford Hearing in Sioux Falls, we care…

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6 Apps for Tinnitus Relief

Tinnitus is often described as a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound with no external source. For many, including thousands of veterans and older adults, tinnitus is more than annoying, it’s disruptive and exhausting. Hearing aid manufacturers have stepped up to…

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How Healthy Hearing Helps With Healthy Aging

Healthy aging isn’t just about eating well or exercising regularly. It’s also about protecting your senses—especially your hearing. Treating hearing loss supports mental clarity, balance, relationships, and independence. Here’s how better hearing helps you age smarter, stay safer, and live…

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