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Nov
Why Are Restaurants So Loud?
Have you noticed conversations have become more and more difficult in modern restaurants? If you have, you're not alone. Industrial style restaurants using hard materials such as concrete and metal, which are not known for their ability to absorb sound, have become quite tr...
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The Correct Way to Use a Nasal Spray
Spray at an angle into the nasal cavity with the nozzle pointed towards the ear. Do not sniff in, it's important the spray liquid remains in the nasal cavity and not swallowed, the product simply will not work if the spray enters the throat. Remember, it may take up to two ...
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February is Smart Healthcare Consumer Month
February is about more than just valentines and chocolate. It's also a month to promote the importance of being a smart healthcare consumer and all the ways in which we can benefit our health without breaking the bank. One of the most important aspects of being a smart con...
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Skip Chocolate to Avoid Heartburn this Valentine’s Day
Certain foods can be problematic for those who suffer from acid reflux. Unfortunately, when it comes to acid reflux, chocolate is a triple threat. It is high in cocoa, fat, and stimulants (caffeine and theobromine) - all of which contribute to acid reflux. This time of yea...
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Allergy Questionnaire
Symptoms of allergies can often overlap with those caused by other illnesses such as colds or the flu. Because of this, it can often be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of your suffering. If you answer any number of the following statements TRUE, allergies could be causing ...
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January is Thyroid Awareness Month
Did you know your thyroid gland makes hormones that help control the function of many of your body's organs, including your heart, brain, liver, kidneys, and skin? Making sure that your thyroid gland is healthy is important to your body’s overall well-being. An estima...
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January is International Quality of Life Month
Here are some key points about the impact of the use of hearing aids on quality of life: Hearing aids improve overall quality of life for most users Hearing aid users enjoy better overall health than non-users Hearing aid users are perceived by their families to have better cog...
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Voice Quiz
Do any of these statements about your voice sound familiar? I run out of air when I talk. 2. The sound of my voice varies throughout the day. 3. My voice sounds creaky and dry. 4. I use a great deal of effort to speak. 5. My voice “gives out” in the middle of speaking. 6...
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Study Shows Hearing Loss Will Likely Cost You More In Health Care Expenses
Untreated hearing loss in older adults affects more than just their ability to communicate. It can also increase their health care expenses. A Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health study found that older adults with untreated hearing loss pay an average of 46 percent m...
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Airplanes and the Eustachian Tube
Extreme air-pressure changes in the airplane cabin during ascent and descent affect the functioning of the Eustachian tube, which is located within the middle ear, near the back of the nose. The Eustachian tube is made of muscle, which regularly contracts to allow pressure to eq...
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Untreated Hearing Loss Can Further Isolate You During The Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us, and many of us are looking forward to going to parties and getting together with extended family over the next couple of weeks. Some enjoy the frenetic pace of family gatherings, shopping, cooking and travel. But for others, the holiday season brings a ...
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Muscle Tension Dysphonia
One of the most common voice disorders we treat in speech therapy is muscle tension dysphonia (MTD). The term dysphonia means there is something wrong with the voice. However, muscle tension dysphonia can also refer to a voice that sounds normal, but causes pain, discomfort, or f...
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