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NCAA Athletes With Hearing Loss

Posted on March 1, 2024, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Discover how a volleyball player’s college responded to their request to hold a silent volleyball set to raise awareness of hearing loss.

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Hearing Loss Myths Debunked

Posted on October 1, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Antiquated stereotypes and wrong assumptions about hearing loss run rampant. Check out four myths we’re busting and get the real scoop.

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Hearing Loss Q&A

Posted on September 1, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Not every hearing issue means you have hearing loss. Your ears and brain must coordinate lots of information seamlessly. Could it be APD?

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I Don’t Want to Hear It: Three Steps to A Comfortable Dialogue About Hearing Loss

Posted on August 12, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Communication, Hearing Loss

How could a loved one with obvious hearing loss have no interest in improving their hearing? The key to solving this mystery is understanding why they refuse treatment.

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The Summer Reading/Watch/Listen List You Need

Posted on July 7, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

We’ve put together a short list of entertaining or thought-provoking hearing loss-related content to help you experience the season in a whole new way.

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Q&A: Does Caffeine Affect Hearing and Balance?

Posted on May 1, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Balance, Hearing Loss

Coffee and tea are two of the most popular drinks in the world. But how does caffeine affect hearing and balance?

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7 Poets With Hearing Loss

Posted on April 1, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Take in some stanzas for National Poetry Month in April, and that means poetry! Join us in celebrating these poets with hearing loss.

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Erectile Dysfunction and Hearing Loss

Posted on March 12, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Comorbidity, Hearing Loss

Men living with erectile dysfunction or hearing loss may be at risk of developing the other condition.

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How Do I Get the Most Out of a Hearing Evaluation?

Posted on January 1, 2023, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Care, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss

You probably had regular hearing screenings in elementary school — and they only took a few minutes. So why do they take so long as an adult? Read on to learn more.

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Seven Famous Women With Hearing Loss

Posted on March 1, 2022, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is more common than you think – statistically, up to 5.3% of the global population suffers from it. That means that some of the most renowned figures throughout history have lived with the condition, including these incredible female activists, athletes, scientists, and entertainers.

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