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Managing Medication Side Effects: The Role of Audiologists

Managing Medication Side Effects: The Role of Audiologists

Medications often become an integral part of our daily routines in our pursuit of optimal health. While these pharmaceuticals offer relief and treatment for various ailments, they can also bring about unwanted side effects. As healthcare professionals specializing in...

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Tinnitus: Understanding the Impact of Diet on Ear Health

Tinnitus: Understanding the Impact of Diet on Ear Health

Tinnitus, commonly referred to as a ringing in the ears, affects millions of people worldwide. It can be a frustrating and sometimes debilitating condition, causing constant noise perception in the ears without any external sound source.  While tinnitus can have...

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Helping Loved Ones Adjust to New Hearing Aids

Helping Loved Ones Adjust to New Hearing Aids

Hearing loss can be a challenging experience for anyone, but with the proper support and tools, adjusting to life with hearing aids can greatly improve one's quality of life. If you have a loved one who has recently been fit with hearing aids, it's essential to...

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What are the types of hearing tests?

What are the types of hearing tests?

After hearing your family members or friends bug you about the television volume for the nth time, you're now considering seeking professional help. An audiologist will provide hearing tests to diagnose and validate the nature and severity of your hearing loss....

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What are the first signs of tinnitus?

What are the first signs of tinnitus?

The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) estimates that approximately 10 percent of the U.S. adult population — over 25 million Americans — experience some form of tinnitus. Tinnitus manifests as buzzing, whirring, hissing,...

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