Hearing Loss Articles

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Safe Ways to Use Earplugs at Night

Earplugs are a great option, but they need to be used properly to avoid issues like infections. Learn how to use earplugs safely at night.

mother holding baby with an ear infection

When My Ear Infection Clears, Will My Hearing Come Back?

The medical name for what most people call an ear infection is otitis media. Ear infections are most prominent after a sinus infection or a cold, and though they’re fairly common in babies and young kids, adults can be impacted as well. An ear infection can even be caused by an infected tooth. A prominent

Hard of hearing woman trying to talk with daughter in the park.

Disregarding Hearing Loss Has Negative Consequences

Unfortunately, as we get older, we often experience hearing loss. Even though about 20 percent of the world’s population experiences hearing loss, it’s often disregarded as a normal part of aging. However, if you disregard hearing loss, it can have a negative impact on your overall health and well-being that goes beyond difficulty hearing. So

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Hearing Loss and the Zinc Link

New research suggests a strong link between free floating zinc and noise-induced hearing loss, a window into the cause of permanent hearing damage.

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Avoiding Noise-Related Hearing Loss

Noise-induced hearing loss cannot be cured–though it can be managed. In many cases, prevention is the best strategy to protect your hearing health.