Hearing Aids http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog by HearingPlanet Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:26:52 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 Iowa Budget Cuts Affect Childrens Hearing http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/20/iowa-budget-cuts-affect-childrens-hearing/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/20/iowa-budget-cuts-affect-childrens-hearing/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:26:52 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=182 State budget cuts in Iowa have recently affected programs that help provide services for senior citizens and children with hearing loss.  The Hearing Aids and Audiological Services Program has been suspended as a part of the recent budget cuts in the state.

This budget cut has a huge effect on many families who state that they would not be able to provide hearing aids and devices for their children unless the program existed.

The governor’s office in the state said that it will attempt to restore funding to the program whenever the budget can be brought back under control.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/20/iowa-budget-cuts-affect-childrens-hearing/feed/ Video Games May Lead to Hearing Loss http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/16/video-games-may-lead-to-hearing-loss/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/16/video-games-may-lead-to-hearing-loss/#comments Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:05:00 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=180 The rate at which video games have advanced in the last few years is really amazing.  Almost 15 years ago,  video games were simple games that did not have much substance.  Now,  video games contain amazing effects and sounds that are really stunning.  This upgrade in sounds and looks does have a danger though.

It is reported that many children play their games far too loud.  It is worse when many children sit too close to the TV while playing a game and having the  TV too loud.  These two factors together could lead to hearing and eye problems in the future.  Talking to young children about the appropriate volume for video games will be important to build good habits young.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/16/video-games-may-lead-to-hearing-loss/feed/ Hearing Awareness http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/12/hearing-awareness/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/12/hearing-awareness/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:30:15 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=177 Many groups are attempting to raise awareness on hearing loss.  Organizations throughout the country are attempting to raise awareness about hearing loss and other hearing related issues.

Fundraisers,  walks,  and auctions are just a few of the many events that are being sponsored by a variety of organizations. Hearing loss is an important issue that affects millions around America.  It is important to get the message out about hearing loss and raise awareness.  The future benefits of getting these messages out could help improve countless lives.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/12/hearing-awareness/feed/ Motorcycles Connected to Hearing Loss http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/09/motorcycles-connected-to-hearing-loss/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/09/motorcycles-connected-to-hearing-loss/#comments Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:51:33 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=175 A recent report indicates that hearing loss may be connected with riding a motorcycle.  While riding on a loud motorcycle,  many individuals are exposed to loud noises connected with the vehicle.  Further,  when individuals ride they are also exposed to the winds and noise of traveling at a high rate of speed.  These factors together can cause damage to an individual’s hearing.

For individuals who ride a motorcycle,  it is recommended that the individual wear a helmet.  Some helmets are able to reduce the exposure to extremely loud noises when riding a motorcycle.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/09/motorcycles-connected-to-hearing-loss/feed/ Hearing Loss Occurring in Younger Individuals http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/hearing-loss-occurring-in-younger-individuals/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/hearing-loss-occurring-in-younger-individuals/#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:45:48 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=173 Hearing loss is no longer a condition that affects individuals over a certain age in their later years.  The current culture of America and a lot of the technology of this culture is causing a rapid increase of hearing loss at a younger age.

Experts are currently discussing the best way to address this problem before it becomes even more serious in the future.  Many experts believe that education will be the most important step in solving this problem.  Early education on hearing protection and preventive measures to prevent hearing loss can go along ways in teaching children and young adults about hearing loss.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/hearing-loss-occurring-in-younger-individuals/feed/ Bar Workers Subject to Hearing Loss http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/bar-workers-subject-to-hearing-loss/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/bar-workers-subject-to-hearing-loss/#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:13:18 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=171 Many bartenders and wait staff workers at  establishments across the country are at risk of hearing loss.  Many of these individuals at risk will be working in an establishment that plays live or loud music.  Many times,  the workers will be placed in a spot where the volume of the music may be extremely loud.

Although the loud music may not have an immediate effect on the worker’s hearing,  constant exposure over the long term can have dramatic results on the individual.  Establishment owners need to take the proper steps in order to protect their workers hearing and to ensure that the music level is not excessive.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/06/bar-workers-subject-to-hearing-loss/feed/ Hearing Loss More Common in Individuals with Diabetes http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/02/hearing-loss-more-common-in-individuals-with-diabetes/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/02/hearing-loss-more-common-in-individuals-with-diabetes/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:32:10 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=169 Hearing loss is nearly twice as common in adults with diabetes than adults without diabetes.  Because of this reason,  many diabetes professionals are encouraging patients and other individuals with diabetes to get their hearing checked regularly.  Regular check-ups can be important in recognizing hearing loss before it becomes progressively worse.  It can also be important in correcting the problem before it becomes a serious issue that goes untreated.

Many large diabetes awareness organizations will begin extra efforts in the next month to raise awareness about this very important issue.

If you are having hearing trouble, the problem can be easily corrected. Look into purchasing a high quality hearing aid from HearingPlanet. Contact the hearing experts by calling 1-800-432-7669.

]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/11/02/hearing-loss-more-common-in-individuals-with-diabetes/feed/ Football Games Can Cause Hearing Loss http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/30/football-games-can-cause-hearing-loss/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/30/football-games-can-cause-hearing-loss/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:29:27 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=167 Some football stadiums across the United States could possibly lead to hearing loss for the individuals in the stadium at the time of the game.  Some stadiums are built in a way that the loudness of the fans can cause significantly loud noises.  These loud noises can range in the high decibel range.

Some stadiums have been able to achieve noises in the 100 plus decibel range.  This range is loud enough where a hearing expert would recommend the use of ear plugs and another protective devices under these circumstances.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/30/football-games-can-cause-hearing-loss/feed/ Sudden and Rapid Hearing Loss Can Occur in Some Cases http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/26/sudden-and-rapid-hearing-loss-can-occur-in-some-cases/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/26/sudden-and-rapid-hearing-loss-can-occur-in-some-cases/#comments Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:15:30 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=165 Hearing loss normally occurs over a long period of time caused by long-term exposure to loud noises and other factors that can lead to hearing loss.  Although a long-term and gradual hearing loss is more common,  several thousand cases are reported each year when an individual begins to rapidly lose their hearing in a matter of hours or days.

If this were to ever occur,  it is important that emergency medical assistant be sought immediately.  This type of hearing loss should be considered an extremely dangerous emergency, and the individual should rush to an emergency room in a hospital immediately.  The doctors may be able to treat and diagnose the problem before it becomes permanent.

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]]> http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/26/sudden-and-rapid-hearing-loss-can-occur-in-some-cases/feed/ Construction Workers at Risk of Hearing Loss http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/22/construction-workers-at-risk-of-hearing-loss/ http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/2009/10/22/construction-workers-at-risk-of-hearing-loss/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:19:53 +0000 admin http://www.hearingplanet.com/hearingaidblog/?p=163 Construction workers are a segment of the population that are at risk of hearing loss.  Many times the equipment being used on construction projects can be very loud.  Without taking the proper steps to protect an individual’s hearing,  serious damage can occur to the construction worker’s hearing.

One of the main tools that can cause this type of damage is a jack-hammer.  When a construction worker is using a jack-hammer to break up and destroy concrete or hard pavement,  it is imperative that the worker utilize hearing protection.

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