Hearing Health

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Unlock the World of Sound: All About Hearing Tests

Your ability to hear shapes how you connect with the world around you. Whether it’s enjoying a heartfelt conversation or hearing the rustle of leaves, sound enriches your life. Hearing tests are the first step in ensuring you don’t miss…

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Hearing Health and Diabetes: How American Diabetes Month Inspires Better Hearing Care

November marks American Diabetes Month, a campaign to spotlight diabetes awareness and prevention. Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day as well. With 38 million Americans affected, diabetes impacts many facets of health, including hearing. Research shows a strong link…

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What to Expect in the Hearing Evaluation Process

It’s National Protect Your Hearing Month: Get a Hearing Test! Are you feeling a bit nervous about your upcoming hearing test? It’s completely normal to feel some anxiety before your appointment. However, knowing what to expect can help you feel…

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Locating the Right Hearing Clinic Near You: What to Consider

Finding the right hearing clinic isn’t just about convenience; it’s about ensuring quality care close to home. Local hearing clinics offer benefits that larger, distant centers may not match. Here’s what to remember when searching for a “hearing clinic near…

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Comprehensive Hearing Evaluation Services: Why They Matter

Understanding the Significance of Hearing Evaluations Hearing evaluation services are crucial for maintaining and improving your auditory health. Regular evaluations detect issues early, prevent further damage, and enhance your quality of life. Here’s a detailed look at why these services…

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Keep Calm and Dry Your Ears: Preventing and Managing Swimmer’s Ear

Understanding Swimmer’s Ear Summer is perfect for swimming, but swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, can ruin the fun. Swimmer’s ear is an outer ear canal infection. When water gets trapped in your ear, it can create an ideal…

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Audiogram 101: Your Essential Guide to Understanding Hearing Tests

Unveiling the Audiogram An audiogram is more than just a graph; it’s a map of your hearing health. This painless test, conducted by an audiologist, evaluates how well you hear sounds at different pitches. Understanding how an audiogram works can…

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Celebrating National Speech-Language-Hearing Month: Key Advances in Hearing Care

May marks National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, and at Stanford Hearing, we’re thrilled to shine a light on the importance of communication health. This special month celebrates the essential role that hearing, speech, and language play in our daily lives. Let’s explore…

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From Relief to Risk: Acetaminophen and Its Potential Hearing Loss Link

When you grab a bottle of Tylenol® for pain or fever, you might not consider its effects on other parts of your body. Let’s explore the potential connection between acetaminophen and hearing loss.   Overview of Acetaminophen and Its Common…

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The Process of a Hearing Evaluation: Finding Expert Care Nearby

Finding a local hearing evaluation near me is a crucial first step in the quest for auditory health. These evaluations are essential for identifying and managing hearing issues. Local hearing centers are pivotal in this journey, offering comprehensive assessments that…

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