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Oct. 21, 2024

Hearing Loss Prevention Is Key Message in New Children’s Book

Shari Eberts
People often take hearing for granted—until it is too late. Sadly, this includes children and teenagers who may not understand the risks to their hearing when in loud situations. They may not have been taught that once damaged through noise exposure, hearing does not return or that noise-induced hearing is 100% preventable if the proper steps are taken.  HearO Saves
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Sep. 22, 2024

When Your Hearing Aid is Just Software

Shari Eberts
When most people think of hearing aids, they picture small, beige-colored devices that fit snugly inside or behind the ear. But what if the future of hearing devices is simply software that works on electronic devices you already possess? If you are an adult with mild to moderate hearing loss, this may soon be your reality, especially if you own
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Aug. 14, 2024

Captioners Cannot Intervene in Scam Calls

Shari Eberts
Captioned telephone service is a critical accessibility tool, enabling millions of Americans with hearing loss the right and opportunity to communicate with others by telephone. It’s a terrific accommodation, but can it make it easier for scammers to target people with hearing loss?  Scam Call Captioned Word-for-Word One family wishes a captioner had done more to protect their hard-of-hearing mother
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Jul. 31, 2024

Hearing Loss Access is Better Across the Pond

Shari Eberts
Assistive listening devices charged and working at every theater with staff who can explain how to use them? Hearing loops in an elevator? At the box office? In every taxicab? Captioned announcements on public transportation? Does this sound like a dream come true? Then head to London! Access for people with hearing loss is widespread. Hearing Loss Access Widespread in
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Jul. 31, 2024

Understanding Meniere’s Disease

Brady Workman
What is Meniere’s Disease? Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear, which causes episodes of vertigo, imbalance, fluctuating hearing loss, pressure in the ear, and tinnitus (noises) in ones ear. An episode of Meniere’s disease can last for minutes, up to many hours in duration. Meniere’s disease most often affects only one ear and often individuals will perceive
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Jun. 25, 2024

Survey Shows Hearing Loss Stigma Remains Alive and Well for Many

Shari Eberts
Rumor has it that hearing loss stigma is on the decline. People say: Everyone is wearing things in their ears these days so wearing hearing aids is less of a big deal. Lots of people use captions on social media, even if they don’t have hearing issues. TV programs like the Bachelor series regularly include people with hearing loss and
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May. 23, 2024

Traveling Successfully with Hearing Loss Takes Some Forward Planning

Shari Eberts
I love traveling! It’s always a thrill to learn about other cultures, discover new foods, and experience a different slice of life from my every day. While exciting, traveling can also be stressful. What do I pack? What if the food doesn’t agree with me? How will I navigate unfamiliar transit systems?  People with hearing loss have additional concerns. Will
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Apr. 26, 2024

Eclipse Glasses Messaging Highlights Opportunities for Raising Awareness about Noise Protection

Shari Eberts
Looking at the eclipse without protective glasses is like going to a concert with no noise protection. But the two events don’t seem to garner the same level of awareness or concern. What can we learn from the eclipse glasses messaging to raise awareness about protection from noise-induced hearing loss?  Eclipse Mania Hits the United States New York City, where
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Mar. 07, 2024

New Hearing Aid Images a Big Step Forward; More Work Still Needed

Shari Eberts
For many years, hearing healthy advocates (me included) have bemoaned the lack of realistic and modern hearing aid images that are used in the media coverage of hearing loss. News articles may tout the waning stigma around wearing hearing aids, but the accompanying images showing a beige, oversized and outdated device tell a different story. These misleading images often perpetuate
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Feb. 19, 2024

All of Us Can Help Change Mindsets about Hearing Loss

Shari Eberts
World Hearing Day, held on March 3 annually, focuses the world on the importance of proper hearing care. Each year, The World Health Organization selects a theme to highlight. Last year’s was “Ear and hearing care for all” showcasing the importance of integrating ear and hearing care within primary care. In 2022, the theme was “To hear for life, listen