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Check Out Our Complete Guide to Hearing Loss

Learn why hearing is important, the 3 types, and more.

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Hearing loss is most concerning when it's gradual and hard to notice

Even mild hearing loss can significantly impact your relationships, mental health, and physical condition. Healthy hearing requires proper functioning of the inner ear and brain processes to interpret sounds. There are differing types of hearing loss that require different treatments.

Read our hearing loss articles below to learn more about the most common causes, treatment options, and preventive measures. Plus, we often share tips on how to cope with hearing loss.


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Apple iOS 13 Update Affecting Your Hearing Aid Connectivity? Here’s the Fix.

Posted on January 24, 2020, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aid Repairs, Hearing Aids, News, Technology

The September 2019 release of Apple’s iOS 13 mobile operating system introduced some exciting changes. If you’ve been affected, we’ve got just the fix

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5 Tips to Keep Your Better-Hearing Resolution Going Strong

Posted on January 13, 2020, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Community, Hearing Health, Hearing Protection, News

Almost everyone makes a New Year’s resolution. If yours is to hear better, we give you 5 tips to keep your resolution on track.

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Have Yourself a Hearable Holiday

Posted on November 1, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Community, News

Wearables are commonplace now, from fitness trackers to smart watches. In the last few years, wearables have migrated — to the ear and to the wish list.

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The Power of Better Hearing — Micah’s Story

Posted on October 15, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Disorders, Hearing Aids, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss, News

At a young age, Micah was diagnosed with Usher’s Syndrome Type 2A, which causes hearing and vision loss. He tells us how it has shaped his life.

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Hand Dryers: For Kids, Beware the Noise

Posted on October 1, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Health, Hearing Protection, News

It’s no secret that hand dryers in public bathrooms can be loud, but turns out the noise level can be dangerous to your child’s ears.

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AI at Your Ears? The Future’s Here!

Posted on April 15, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aids, News, Technology

When thinking about the conveniences artificial intelligence can bring, innovations such as Netflix come to mind. Now you can find it in a hearing aid!

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Hearing Aids: Get the Scoop on What These Small but Powerful Devices Can Do

Posted on January 15, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Health, Technology

Some individuals might not realize how far technology has come to make communication easier than ever. We’ll provide you with some facts about hearing aids.

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How Hearing Aids Work

Posted on January 1, 2019, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aids, Technology

If you or someone you know has hearing aids you know how beneficial they can be; but have you ever wondered how they work? We give you all the details.

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Self-Fitting Hearing Aids: Key Reasons to Consult a Hearing Care Professional Instead

Posted on November 15, 2018, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss, Technology

Self-Fitting Hearing Aids are new to the market, but they still have a ways to go in matching the effectiveness of clinician-fitted hearing devices.

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6 Gift Ideas for Loved Ones With Hearing Loss

Posted on November 9, 2018, by Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing // Posted in Hearing Aids, News, Technology

Tech to help with hearing loss. We’ve put together a list of 6 tech gadgets that will help someone with hearing loss gain fuller access to their world.

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