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Hearing Aids

How to Convince a Relative to Get the Hearing Aid She Needs
Medical Hearing Systems

You know that someone you love has a hearing problem. It frustrates you that she won’t get treatment, dismisses your concerns, and changes the topic every time you bring it up. Her safety is at risk, and you’re just trying to help—how can you make her understand that you have her best interests at heart? It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It Too… Read More

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How to Select the Perfect Hearing Aid for You
Medical Hearing Systems

Shopping for a new hearing aid can easily become overwhelming. You may prefer a certain style, your doctor may recommend another—and the thought of having to keep track of and care for your device makes you want to go back home and forget the whole thing. A hearing care provider can take some of the stress out of the decision by having you try on… Read More

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5 Tips to Help Wearers Get Used to Their New Hearing Aids
Medical Hearing Systems

It’s not uncommon for new hearing-aid users to avoid wearing their devices. They may bring them to special events in their purses or keep them handy when guests are over, but they do not want to use them for everyday tasks. Some people simply find them too loud or too distracting, while others are afraid that they will become dependent on them, hindering their independence…. Read More

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5 Benefits of Upgrading to Newer Hearing Aid Technology
Medical Hearing Systems

As a longtime hearing aid wearer, you know that hearing devices work using three simple components: a microphone, amplifier, and speaker. The microphone picks up the sounds around you, the amplifier adds power to the sounds and transmits them to the speaker, which allows you to hear. But while hearing devices may work on the same principle, they all deliver a different sound experience—and it… Read More

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How to Protect and Store Different Types of Hearing Aids
Medical Hearing Systems

Your hearing aid was a considerable investment, so it makes sense that you would want to keep your device working for as long as possible. In addition to regular cleaning, inspections, and maintenance, the way you store a device can have a big impact on how well it works—or whether it will work at all. How to Store BTE Hearing Aids Most people with behind-the-ear… Read More

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Questions to Ask Before Buying a Hearing Aid
Medical Hearing Systems

Each year, dozens of new hearing aid devices are released onto the market, giving hearing loss sufferers newer and better ways to treat their conditions. But for people who have never purchased a device before, it can be difficult to know which devices are worth the money and which will leave them with buyer’s remorse. 6 Questions You Need to Ask Before Purchasing Your Hearing… Read More

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Preventing Hearing Aid Damage in Humid Conditions
Medical Hearing Systems

Florida residents may have found ways to cope with high heat and humidity, but electronic devices are constantly at risk of damage due to warmer weather—and that includes hearing aids. Sweat and moisture buildup can corrode a device’s contact points, cause batteries to overheat, and obstruct tubing, all of which can mean expensive repair or early replacement of a device. Reducing Moisture and Humidity in… Read More

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Basics of Hearing Loss: Why It Happens and How to Fix It
Medical Hearing Systems

After all the advances in modern science, it may seem incredible that there is no “magic pill” to correct hearing loss. Patients can either struggle with symptoms or buy a hearing aid to correct the condition—and for many people, the options are equally unpalatable. So why do hearing aids remain the most common form of treatment? Isn’t there another way to restore hearing that doesn’t… Read More

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How to Properly Clean and Care for Your Hearing Aids
Medical Hearing Systems

Since getting your hearing aids, you worry a lot less about what you’re missing and misunderstanding. In fact, you are feeling much less anxious in general and are enjoying life more than you have in years. Don’t let this carefree attitude extend to the care of your hearing aids, however. Cleaning them each night will ensure that they continue to work properly and last as… Read More

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How to Stop Your Hearing Aid From Squealing or Whistling
Medical Hearing Systems

You love almost everything about your hearing device. You can pick up on sounds you had nearly forgotten about: birds chirping, bees buzzing, and other low, tranquil noises. However, there’s one new sound you could easily do without: the squealing noise that sometimes occurs when you adjust or remove your hearing aid. Common Causes of Hearing Aid Feedback Problems A high-pitched screech or squeal from… Read More

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