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Even mild hearing loss can significantly impact your relationships, mental health, and physical condition. Healthy hearing requires proper functioning of the inner ear and brain processes to interpret sounds. There are differing types of hearing loss that require different treatments.

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Posted on March 12, 2023, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Comorbidity, Hearing Loss

Men living with erectile dysfunction or hearing loss may be at risk of developing the other condition.

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How Do I Get the Most Out of a Hearing Evaluation?

Posted on January 1, 2023, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Care, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss

You probably had regular hearing screenings in elementary school — and they only took a few minutes. So why do they take so long as an adult? Read on to learn more.

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Seven Famous Women With Hearing Loss

Posted on March 1, 2022, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is more common than you think – statistically, up to 5.3% of the global population suffers from it. That means that some of the most renowned figures throughout history have lived with the condition, including these incredible female activists, athletes, scientists, and entertainers.

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Celebrating Black History Month: 10 Notables With Hearing Loss

Posted on February 1, 2022, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

From academia to sports, the arts, and beyond, every field has shining stars, and some may have hearing difficulties. After all, hearing loss is one of the most common chronic physical conditions. As we honor Black History Month, discover the compelling stories of these 10 notables with hearing loss.

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Q&A: How Can I Help a Loved One With Hearing Loss?

Posted on December 15, 2021, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

If you’ve been wanting to spread the joy of better hearing to others — to pay it forward, so to speak — we’re making it easy, with 6 inspired ideas for the merry season and beyond.

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6 Inspirational Latinos and Hispanics With Hearing Loss

Posted on September 15, 2021, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Alex Lacamoire, award-winning musical director of Broadway smash hit Hamilton, has thrived despite having hearing loss from a very early age. Read on for more about him and five other noteworthy Latinos and Hispanics with hearing loss.

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Boost Your Communication With These 6 Apps

Posted on March 15, 2021, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Communication, Hearing Loss, News, Technology

Smartphone apps help us feel more connected than ever. Leverage these 6 apps to help boost your communication with others.

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You Need Hearing Aids. Now What?

Posted on September 1, 2020, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss

Many factors determine what aid you need, such as which sounds you can’t hear, how loud those sounds need to be amplified, and the size of your ear canal.

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Hearing Aids + Your Brain

Posted on August 1, 2020, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss

A growing amount of research associates hearing technology with improved cognition and slowed or decreased risk of cognitive decline.

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Hear Better at Home

Posted on July 1, 2020, by Better Hearing Center // Posted in Accessories, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss

You might be surprised how many small ways you can complement the better hearing you already get from your hearing technology.

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