Teenage Obesity Linked to Hearing Loss
Obese adolescents are more likely than their normal-weight counterparts to have hearing loss, according to results of a new study published in The Laryngoscope,
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July, 2013
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June, 2013
Use Common Sense for July 4th
The 4th of July is right around the corner and for many people, it just wouldn’t be our most beloved American holiday without fireworks. But the spectacle isn’t without a major downside: fireworks are just plain loud
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May, 2013
Are Bionic Ears On The Way?
Although scientists have been working on bionic outer ears for some time, a new version created by Princeton researchers may offer a suitable and functional replacement for those who were born earless due to birth defects or have lost an ear due to cancer or trauma---in time.
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April, 2013
Great Information on Hearing Problems
The April/May 2013 issue of AARP The Magazine includes an excellent article on the four most common hearing problems, the causes and potential treatments. Check it out if you or someone you love has trouble hearing in noisy restaurants, have a feeling of fullness in the ears, have a sudden hearing loss or are having nausea or balance problems accompanied by trouble hearing.
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March, 2013
Frequently Asked Questions About Hearing Aids
By Cheryl Tanita, Au.D., CCC-A Chief of Audiology People who are considering the purchase of hearing aids often have many questions---especially those who have never worn one before. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions our audiologists at Shohet Ear Associates hear when consulting with patients on improving their hearing through hearing aids. [...]
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February, 2013
What To Expect With Your New Hearing Aids
Multiple studies have shown that hearing aids can help restore some degree of hearing and improve quality of life in most patients with hearing loss. Still, it is important to have reasonable expectations of what hearing aids can—and cannot---do. Here is a brief summary of what I tell my patients to expect when they are considering the purchase of a hearing aid.
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January, 2013
Shohet Ear Associates to Open New Office in Seal Beach
Shohet Ear Associates will soon be opening a brand new office right in the heart of Seal Beach. The office is scheduled to be completed in April.
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January, 2013
Why Won’t They Get Hearing Aids?
Many times, family members will notice a hearing loss before their loved one recognizes they have it. The New York Times ran a story on this reality in 2012 that is really quite timeless. It highlights the risks of waiting too long to do anything about hearing loss as well as the link of hearing loss with dementia.
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November, 2012
Why People Delay a Hearing Aid Solution
If you or a loved one has hearing loss but never looked into a hearing aid as a solution, you are not alone. It is estimated that 22 million people with hearing loss have delayed seeking a remedy to their hearing problem. In one study, nearly 3,000 individuals with self-reported hearing loss were asked about their reluctance to try hearing aids. Here are some of the reasons why they declined to pursue them.
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October, 2012
Ear Wax: A Timely Reminder on A Timeless Topic
One of the most common questions I get asked by patients is, “How should I remove a build-up of ear wax?” Although I have touched on this topic before, a recent article in the Wall Street Journal gives a thorough and entertaining review on some of the less-than-optimal ways people try to remove their ear [...]