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Dec
World Hearing Health Day
March 3rd is World Hearing Health Day, which raises awareness of the growing numbers of those suffering from hearing loss and the importance of hearing health care. Associated Hearing Professionals and The American Academy of Audiology are focused on educating the public about h...
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Anosmia Awareness Day
Anosmia Awareness Day, February 27th Sense of smell has a major impact on our quality of life. Imagine the beach without the smell of the ocean or a walk through a flower garden without being able to smell the flowers. Smell is also closely linked with memory and this often happ...
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Dec
The Benefits of a Clean Desk
There are a number of benefits that come from keeping a clean desk. You'll look more professional and you’ll save time not looking for a misplaced invoice or meeting notes. Aside from workplace benefits,studies show a well-organized desk also has some psychological p...
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Dec
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Common human coronaviruses cause mild to moderate upper respiratory symptoms, including the common cold, while more severe types can cause pneumonia and death. The name for this kind of virus comes from the crownlike spikes it has on its surface because “corona” is L...
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February is Kids ENT Health Month
According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, national health statistics reveal that pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders remain among the primary reasons children visit a physician, with ear infections ranking as the number one reason for an appointment. From earach...
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Cold, Flu or Sinus Infection
Sniffles, sneezes and sore throats are all common signs of colds, sinus infections and the flu. These diseases affect millions of Americans each year. In fact: According to the Centers for Disease Control, Americans have an average of two to three colds a year. Children often ha...
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Dec
Fight Back Against Your Allergies
Rather than suffer through allergy season, many people are choosing to fight back using immunotherapy, a treatment that works to boost your immune system and change the way your body responds to allergens. This treatment involves gradually introducing small amounts of what you&r...
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Reduce Your Allergy Exposure This Winter
While this may be the most wonderful time of the year, it may be quite the opposite story for those who suffer from indoor allergies such as pet dander, mold, and dust mites. As the colder air moves into Central Florida, heating systems are being turned on for the first time all...
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A New Year’s Resolution for a Healthy Voice
With the new year right around the corner, too, you're probably planning your resolutions. Why not keep your voice healthy in the new year? You can start now with a few easy choices: Focus on your breathing: Breathing powers the voice, and good breathing patterns are bene...
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How to Ring in the New Year without Ringing in Your Ears
More than 1. 1 billion people ages 12-35 are at risk of hearing loss due to exposure to noisy leisure settings and noisy personal technology devices. Noise-induced hearing loss is completely preventable, but once it occurs, it's irreversible. Take these steps to prote...
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Winter Allergies
Contrary to popular belief, allergies can still persist well into the cold winter months and wreak havoc on the body. While there are little-to-no plant or tree pollens in the air, the problem often lies a lot closer to home than we think. Dust mites, animal dander, and cockroach...
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How to keep your voice healthy during the holidays
Make sure to get enough sleep: With so many obligations during the holiday season, it can be tempting to add extra hours to your day by staying up later. Remember, your vocal mechanism is a smaller part of your whole body. Caring for your voice starts with caring for your whole b...
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