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What Are Nasal Polyps?
Growths can occur almost anywhere inside your body and can be malignant or benign. Noncancerous growths that develop in the tissue that lines the nose and sinuses are known as nasal polyps. Understanding the causes…
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October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that easily leaves one feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to meet your local audiologist to learn…
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Are Sinus Infections Contagious?
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, about 31 million Americans each year experience a sinus infection. This common condition is often caused by a virus. While the sinus infection itself may…
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Three Ways to Improve Your Hearing
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss or not, you should be aware of the ways you can boost your hearing ability and prevent future damage. Below are three ways you can improve your hearing.…
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Your Child Probably Isn’t Allergic to Penicillin
Around five million kids in the U.S. have been identified as having a penicillin allergy, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. But recent research shows that it’s likely that these children, and maybe even…
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What Is Hyperacusis?
The world is full of loud noises. For most, these are just another annoyance. But for those with hyperacusis, a condition characterized by a sensitivity to certain sounds, they can be painful. How Common Is…
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Working Remote with Hearing Loss
Working with others in an office has always been a bit of a challenge for those with hearing loss. But through years of hard work, most have learned how to adapt to an environment built…
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Why There Is a Bad Smell in Your Nose
Smelling unpleasant things is unfortunately just a part of life. But if this becomes a habitual experience, there is a chance that bad smell could be coming from inside your nose. Below are the five…
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Improve Your Safety with Hearing Aids
The most obvious benefit of treating your hearing loss with hearing aids is an improvement in your ability to hear and communicate. According to experts, there are a number of additional benefits that are just…
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Cellphone Usage Linked to Head and Neck Injuries
Years ago, we were warned of radiofrequency radiation being omitted from cellphones that could allegedly cause cancer. A new danger is on the horizon – head and neck injuries. A recent study found that using…