The holidays are fast approaching. While we really don’t want to think about it yet, I would like you to think about noise level when purchasing toys for children. Many toys have noise to make them more interesting. Anything from a squeaky toy to drums to an electronic device can have sounds that can damage hearing. Infants and toddlers hold toys right up to their faces. While the toy may not seem too loud when held at arm’s length, it may be too loud when held close to the face. … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
Are you a Hunter?
Do you hunt or have a hunter in your life? Did you know that gunfire is about the worst thing you can do to your hearing? Many of hunters wear hearing protection while shooting at the range. This is a good thing. However, most hunters do not wear hearing protection while out hunting. I can certainly understand that a hunter needs to hear the sounds around them to hunt successfully. Electronic shooters are the answer for the hunter. They allow the individual to hear … [Read more...]
October is National Audiology Awareness Month
October is National Audiology Awareness Month - Over 36 million American adults have some degree of hearing loss. This is over 4 times the amount of people who live in New York City. A hearing evaluation will determine the degree of hearing loss you have and what can be done. If you, a friend or a loved one have stopped attending social events and gatherings because it is too difficult to hear, there is help for you. I would be very happy to help. Give us a call at … [Read more...]