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A Guide to the Causes of Noise Induced Hearing Loss and Ways to Prevent It
Approximately 48 million individuals in the U.S. are affected by hearing loss. There are different types of hearing loss. Some people are born with it and others develop it during the course of their life. What we're going to discuss here is noise induced hearing loss...

What is Conductive Hearing Loss?
It’s hard to deny it – our ears are fascinating organs. Sometimes it’s difficult to fathom how something so tiny and intricate is our gateway to communication and sound. The ability to hear plays a major role in our lives and connects us to the world around us. When...

First Responder Better Hearing Program
There are real-life superheroes that walk amongst us. You probably walk past them every day without realizing. I’m talking about our incredible First Responders. These are the guys and gals that run towards something that everybody else runs away from. They save...

What Is The Difference Between An Audiologist And A Hearing Instrument Dispenser?
Do you think you may have a hearing loss? Are you in need of hearing aids? Then you’ll be wanting to see an Audiologist, right? Or maybe you’re thinking of going straight to a hearing instrument dispenser instead? Before you make that decision - and it’s a very...

How Can I Help A Loved One With Hearing Loss?
Have you noticed a loved one isn’t hearing so well? Do you find you have to repeat yourself? Is the TV reaching an uncomfortable volume? It is likely your loved one is one of over 28 million American adults who could benefit from hearing aids, but how do you tell them...

What Are The Main Causes of Hearing Loss in Older Adults?
When it comes to your health, there is rarely a simple answer to questions about why you may have one condition or another. There are usually lots of different factors that all play their part and that goes for your hearing too. Hearing loss has a very long list of...

Tips For Avoiding Hearing Loss Or Making It Worse!
Lots of the steps you can take to protect your hearing are quite simple. You just need to be aware of them in the first place. That’s where the help of a professional Audiologist, like Dr. Joni Ruiz of Big Thicket Hearing Aids & Audiology, comes in handy. She is...

How Getting Help With Your Hearing Loss Can Improve Your Relationships
All over America there are people whose lives are affected by hearing loss. And we’re not just talking about the people who have a hearing loss themselves. It also affects their loved ones, friends, and family. Here at Big Thicket Hearing Aids & Audiology, Dr....

These NFL Players Struggle with Hearing Loss
February is almost here and at Big Thicket Hearing Aids and Audiology, we’re getting excited for the Super Bowl. Here’s an interesting fact for you – there are a number of NFL players who have a hearing loss. It would be easy to assume that something like a hearing...

Everything You Need To Know About Thyroid Disease & Hearing Loss
Being prepared to address any symptoms that manifest in your body is part of a healthy lifestyle. Some people choose to ignore issues like fatigue, depression, heart palpitations and so on, or put them down to stress and unhealthy lifestyles. This often prevents them...
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