November EAR Newsletter
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Hearing Loss And Cognitive Decline
Is there a connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline? Several studies have indicated that there is a connection between hearing loss, brain function decline, and loss of brain tissue. Brain “shrinkage” occurs as a natural part of aging, but older adults...
Hearing Loss and Falling
Preventing Hearing Loss Related Falls Data abounds that links hearing loss and falling - it's no longer a secret. Fortunately, most falls can be prevented. Taking steps to prevent these falls is the number one thing that you can do to keep yourself or your loved one...
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Hearing Safety
June is National Safety Month. One often-overlooked component of personal safety is the care we can give to our hearing. The work life and lifestyle choices of your patients will have an impact on hearing health. The good news is that you are likely already aware...
Cancer Treatments and Hearing Loss
Ototoxicity: damage to the hearing or balance functions of the ear by drugs or chemicals. Here’s what you and your cancer patients need to know.
March for Kidneys!
From a medical perspective, March is National Kidney Month and March 14 is World Kidney Day. The National Kidney Foundation has numerous activities planned. But you might be wondering: “What has this got to do with hearing and auditory health?
Cardiovascular Status and Audiometric Patterns
A growing body of scientific evidence shows that a person’s hearing health and their cardiovascular health frequently correspond. Early warning signs are emerging.
Assessing Total Patient Health
Hearing can have a significant effect upon your patient’s overall health and well-being. Here are some talking points to help them make the connection between hearing loss and total health.
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Ramsey Hunt Syndrome and Its Affect on Hearing
Ramsey Hunt Syndrome and Its Affect on Hearing The Ramsey Hunt Syndrome (RHS) has gained increasing awareness since Justin Bieber’s diagnosis went public in June. As an audiologist, I immediately wondered if it would affect his hearing which could in turn...
The Elkhart Community And 12 Years of Elkhart Audiology Rehab
The Elkhart Community and 12 Years of Elkhart Audiology RehabSharon has been practicing audiology and hearing instrument services for over 35 years. That journey has included working at a United Way Agency; a hearing a manufacture, where she was involved in customer...