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Hearing loss is one of the biggest health concerns in the U.S. It is the third most commonly reported physical condition, following arthritis and heart disease. It affects roughly 20 percent of the American population and can strike people of all ages. The most common causes of hearing loss are noise exposure and aging. What…<\/p>\n
Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n Audiology evaluations consist of a series of tests used to determine whether a hearing loss exists and, if so, measure its type, degree and configuration. An audiologist will assess the results of each individual test in order to develop a treatment plan geared toward your unique hearing loss. Who Should Be Given an Audiology Evaluation?…<\/p>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n We are exposed to sound on a daily basis. Volume levels vary considerably, and can easily exceed 85 decibels (dB) \u2013 the threshold that is considered safe. Any prolonged exposure to noise exceeding this is harmful and can cause permanent, irreversible hearing loss. Excess noise exposure isn\u2019t the only cause of hearing damage. Diseases, drugs…<\/p>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n Ringing in the ear, or tinnitus, is a widespread condition that affects an estimated 50 million Americans. Some people describe it as a hissing, roaring, whooshing or buzzing sound instead of ringing. It may be sporadic or constant, and is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. There are many factors…<\/p>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n Dizziness, a blanket term used to describe any feeling of unsteadiness, is one of the leading health complaints in the United States, affecting an estimated nine million people annually. For those over the age of 70 it\u2019s the top reason for a visit to the doctor\u2019s office. What Are the Causes of Dizziness? Dizziness…<\/p>\nHearing Tests<\/a><\/h2>\n
Online Hearing Quiz<\/a><\/h2>\n
Protecting Your Hearing<\/a><\/h2>\n
Tinnitus<\/a><\/h2>\n
Dizziness & Balance<\/a><\/h2>\n