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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…
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Is Hearing Loss Genetic?
The genetics behind hearing loss are complex, largely because the auditory system is extremely intricate and there are so many factors that can affect it. Here is a breakdown of some of the ways hearing…
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Make the Holidays Bright (and Noise-Free)
Noise is the top cause of hearing loss in Boise and Nampa. Unlike age-related hearing loss, it can affect anybody—even kids. Sure, potentially damaging noise can occur at a concert or sporting event, but there…
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Acoustic Neuromas: A Pressing Concern
The most common causes of hearing loss in Boise are noise and aging, but other factors can also contribute. A benign tumor known as an acoustic neuroma is one such condition; it can cause hearing…
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Fall Brings Allergies to Idaho, Too
If you think you’re safe from allergies just because the leaves are changing colors and every coffee shop in town is pushing pumpkin spice, guess again. Spring and summer allergies might get more attention, but…
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Inherited Types of Hearing Loss
Most inheritances are good things. Who wouldn’t enjoy a sudden windfall? But when it comes to genetics, certain inherited traits can spell trouble. While factors such as noise exposure and aging cause the majority of…
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The Consequences of Too Little Sleep
You’ve probably heard that seven to eight hours of sleep every night is important for your overall health, but if you’re like many people in Boise, you haven’t taken this advice too seriously. Why hit…
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Summertime Hearing Protection
Thyroid disease in Boise is common, affecting approximately 12 percent of Treasure Valley residents. The Thyroid’s Role in Body Functions The thyroid plays a crucial role in the human body, It might not officially be…
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Thyroid Disease Causes More Symptoms Than You Might Think
Thyroid disease in Boise is common, affecting approximately 12 percent of Treasure Valley residents. Yet in spite of its prevalence it’s a largely misunderstood disease – probably because there is such a variety of possible…
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What is Causing My Sore Throat?
We’ve all experienced that itchy, scratchy and painful sensation associated with a sore throat. It’s usually harmless, but a persistent sore throat may be a sign of a more serious underlying medical condition. Symptoms of…
