Hearing Health
Hearing Test Cost in Sioux Falls: What Is Free and What Is Billed
Short Version Two different appointments in Sioux Falls share the name hearing test. One is a free consultation and screening that costs you nothing. The other is a diagnostic evaluation, which is a billable medical service, and we bill insurance…
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Best Hearing Protection for Shooting: A South Dakota Pheasant Season Guide
By Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. | September 20, 2026 Short Version Pick protection that cuts the shot and leaves the field audible. A 12 gauge peaks near 161 dB, and a 31 dB earmuff pulls that to about 130 dB…
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The Hearing Benefit Catch: What Nations, TruHearing and UHC Cover
By Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. | September 20, 2026 Short Version There is a hearing benefit catch, and it is not the money. Your plan hands hearing over to an outside administrator with its own network, its own device list,…
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National Speech-Language-Hearing Month: Book a Hearing Screening Now
TL;DR: National Speech-Language-Hearing Month runs every May to raise awareness about hearing loss and communication health. Roughly 37.5 million American adults report some trouble hearing, and most have never sought help. Book a free hearing screening this May to find…
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Audiology for Tinnitus: Proven Treatments That Bring Real Relief
That constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing that follows you everywhere. It’s there when you wake up. There in quiet meetings. It’s definitely there at 2 a.m. when the house goes silent. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Audiology for…
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How to Unclog Your Ear Safely: Proven Methods That Actually Work
Updated September 2026 · Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. The Short Version Most clogged ears clear at home, and how to unclog ears comes down to two causes, wax and pressure. Soften earwax with a few drops of oil, then rinse…
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How to Get Water Out of Your Ear
Updated June 2026 That muffled, sloshing feeling after a swim or shower is hard to ignore. Knowing how to get water out of your ear the right way saves you discomfort, infection, and days of dulled hearing. Most of the…
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Eating for Auditory Health: 10 Foods That Help Your Hearing
Short Version: The foods that help your hearing are close at hand: fatty fish, sunflower seeds, leafy greens, and a Mediterranean style plate of produce, whole grains, and lean protein. Cut back on processed meats, added sugar, and excess sodium…
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Noise and Kids: The Importance of Hearing Protection for Children
Children experience the world through sound. Their laughter, learning, and friendships all depend on healthy hearing. Yet many parents do not realize how vulnerable young ears are. Some children are born with hearing loss, and more develop it during childhood.…
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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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