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Hand Dryers: For Kids, Beware the Noise

Hand Dryers: For Kids, Beware the Noise

October 1, 2019

  • Posted By: Nilsson Audiology
  • Categories: Hearing Health Hearing Protection
  • Tags: child safety tips dangers of noise exposure earmuffs earplugs excessive noise hand dryers headphones hearing health hearing loss hearing protection NIHL noise-induced hearing loss noise-related hearing impairment

It’s no secret that hand dryers installed in public bathrooms can seem rather loud, but we were blown away by a young scientist’s findings when she put the volume levels of 44 automated machines to the test in restrooms across Alberta, Canada. Turns out some of those volumes can do a number on kids’ ears […]

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Why Should You Bring a Companion?

Why Should You Bring a Companion?

June 15, 2019

  • Posted By: Nilsson Audiology
  • Categories: Hearing Aids Hearing Loss
  • Tags: advice audiology appointment companion hearing health hearing test tips & tricks

Hearing Care Q & A Question: Why Do You Encourage Us to Bring a Companion? Answer: The simple answer is that everyone benefits, including your audiologist.   Let’s unpack some of the reasons for this: Hearing loss affects your companion, too Once someone suspects they have hearing issues, they’ll wait, on average, seven years before […]

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Hearing Technology: The Hip New Accessory?

Hearing Loss Affects People of All Ages

May 15, 2019

  • Posted By: Nilsson Audiology
  • Categories: Hearing Hearing Accessories Hearing Aids Hearing Health Hearing Loss Hearing Loss Stigmas Technology
  • Tags: hearing hearing accessories hearing aids hearing health hearing loss hearing loss stigmas technology

When you think about eyeglasses, what do you think of? Most likely your own pair or those of loved ones. If you’re more fashion-minded, you might even think about that funky pair you saw recently on one of your favorite celebrities. You definitely don’t think of old age. But what about when you think of […]

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May Is Better Hearing Month!

May Is Better Hearing Month: Spring Into It With Less Noise, More Joy

May 1, 2019

  • Posted By: Nilsson Audiology
  • Categories: Hearing Hearing Health Hearing Loss Hearing Protection Tips & Tricks
  • Tags: hearing health hearing loss hearing protection loud sounds loud volume noise noise exposure

Ahhh, spring! As power tools whir, ball games bloom, and concerts sprout, are your ears protected from the louder sounds of the season? Some noises pack a bigger punch than your ears should take, so for Better Hearing Month this May, we’re sharing three quick tips to keep harmful volumes at bay. TURN DOWN THE […]

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AI at Your Ears? The Future’s Here!

AI at Your Ears? The Future’s Here!

April 15, 2019

  • Posted By: Nilsson Audiology
  • Categories: Hearing Hearing Aids News Technology
  • Tags: AI artificial intelligence hearing hearing aids hearing health hearing technology technology

We’re Talking Hearing Tech Powered With Artificial Intelligence When thinking about the conveniences artificial intelligence can bring, innovations such as Netflix — a film- and TV-streaming service that can learn and make recommendations based on individual viewing preferences — might come to mind. Other machine-learning offerings such as adaptive thermostats, self-driving cars, voice-operated virtual assistants, […]

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