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Life Sounds Better with an Edge: Starkey Edge AI
Starkey sets itself apart from other hearing aid manufacturers; as the hearing aid provider for Nelson Mandela, five US presidents, two popes, and more, Starkey’s simple motto of “Hear better, live better” has struck a chord with people across the world. As a leader...
Gift of Better Hearing 2024—And the Winner Is…
The moment you’ve all been waiting for: the winner of our Gift of Better Hearing giveaway! The holiday season can be a stressful and busy time of year, especially for those with hearing loss challenges. Trying to hear the person in front of you at the full dinner...
Should I Get My Hearing Tested in My 60s?
While hearing loss is often associated with the older generations, there’s a growing populace of younger people facing hearing loss challenges – and just as many are starting to see the lifelong benefits of strong, healthy hearing. It’s true that hearing loss...
Apple’s Hearing Aid Features Released | Our Initial Impressions
Today, October 28, 2024, Apple released its iOS 18.1 software, which includes the long-anticipated hearing health features. This release has been a long time coming, as we have closely monitored the progress, announcements, and initial rumors over the past nine...
How Can I Use My Hearing Aids During Conference Calls?
We often get individuals in the workforce come to us in need of hearing assistance, especially after finding out how much their productivity can improve by utilizing their hearing aids at work for more than just listening to their coworkers’ banter. Hearing aids can...
Apple Officially Announces a Hearing Test and Hearing Aid Feature | What This Means
Yesterday (September 9, 2024), Apple held an online event to make a number of announcements about their next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Having shared that Apple was rumored to be launching a 'Hearing Aid Mode' earlier this year, we watched with...
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Children: The Silent Epidemic
While many of us believe that hearing loss comes along once we hit a certain age bracket, it’s important to know that hearing loss challenges can affect anyone of any age – including children. Genetics, infections, and medication side effects can contribute to...
Are You Too Young to Have a Hearing Loss?
If you’re reading this, perhaps you’ve noticed some struggles with your hearing recently: turning the TV up louder, asking loved ones to repeat themselves, missing instructions at work… It’s frustrating, isolating, and worrying to realize that you might need help with...
The Flex Audiology Show – Episode 17 – New Battery Packaging and No-ce
Welcome back to The Flex Audiology Show! Today, we’re chatting about the latest hearing aid packaging and the reasoning behind it, and then I’m going to reveal one of my favorite local restaurants. But before that, a more serious topic: the reasoning behind this new...
Treating Misophonia with Professional Hearing Care
I recently had the chance to join Dr. Stephanie Grace from Phonak and Liz Bonis from WKRC to chat about the brief history of misophonia and hearing care during their Listen to This segment. I’m so glad I had the chance to spread the word about misophonia, its brief...