When you or a loved one suffers from hearing loss, it may be a result of a variety of causes. While some are born without the ability to hear, others may suffer from one of the many causes of permanent… Read More
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The Dangers of Cotton Swabs for Your Ears
Often times, people view ear wax as something that is gross and unsanitary. Because of this, when people notice ear wax is in their ears, they may try to clean it out with a cotton swab. While this may seem… Read More
What are a Baby’s Expected Hearing Milestones?
The first couple years of a child’s life are crucial when it comes their development and growth. It is important that you are looking for developmental milestones as your child gets older to make sure that they are in good… Read More
5 Tips to Help Protect Your Ears
Hearing loss is a very common problem and once your hearing is damaged, there is no going back. That is why it is so important to take the necessary precautions to protect your hearing so that you don’t have… Read More
What Medical Conditions Can Cause Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss can be caused by a variety of different factors including something as simple as aging or a sudden loud noise. However, other times, there are medical conditions that can cause damage to your hearing as well. Here are… Read More
The Importance of Wearing Earplugs to Concerts
It’s likely you’ve had a relative chide you for listening to music too loud in the past – saying “you’ll hurt your ears” as a threat. While you may have written them off, there is truth to their concern. Exposure… Read More
What You Need to Know About Earwax Buildup
Taking care of earwax buildup feels like a standard part of personal hygiene. You grab a Q-tip and get it out of your ear. However, it can be much more tricky to properly deal with than you may actually realize…. Read More
4 Things That Will Hurt Your Hearing Health
Ears are incredibly sensitive to damage. There’s also a lot of misinformation out there as to what you can and cannot do to your ears or how you should take care of them. You may not notice your hearing health… Read More
Swimmer’s Ear Basics
Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa or acute external otitis, is an infection that can develop in your outer ear canal. It often comes as a result of swimming. When water collects in the outer ear, it results in… Read More
What are Decibels and How Do They Work?
Chances are, you’ve heard the term decibel used to describe a sound but you haven’t known exactly what it means. Here is a brief rundown on what decibels are, how they work, and what they mean for your ear health.