Summer is here and it's that time of the year for more pool time and an increase in Swimmer's Ear. An article in Healthy Hearing explains what it is, how you get Swimmer's Ear and the problems it can cause - you can read the full article here: click here for the article Here are some highlights from the article of things you can do to prevent Swimmer's Ear: * Dry your ears after swimming - with a towel or cloth * Tilt your head to each side for excess water to drain * Use earplugs or … [Read more...]
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Hearing Loss Dining Out Tips
A good article in Psychology Today shares Tips when Dining Out with Hearing Loss - you can read the full article here: click here for article Here are a few highlights from the article: *Choose a restaurant that has a quieter atmosphere or sound absorbing decor *Check the restaurant's reviews to see what others have to say about the noise level *Ask your friends what their experience was at a particular restaurant *Find a table next to the wall or in a quiet area - possibly a … [Read more...]
What Causes Tinnitus
In an article called: Tinnitus Causes Tinnitus by Paul Dybala, Ph.D., president, Healthy Hearing Click here to Check out the complete article The cause of your tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, can be hard to determine, but knowing it can help determine the best treatment plan. Find out about potential causes of tinnitus and how you can relief. Tinnitus, also called ringing in the ears, is a perception of persistent sound in one or both ears when there is no sound present in the … [Read more...]