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Hearing Health Quick Test

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 11/05/2010 - 16:09
Hearing Health Quick Test

At Advanced Affordable Hearing, we offer hearing aids that are pre-programmed to the most common hearing loss levels. Through a series of questions about an individual's lifestyle and their ability to hear in certain scenarios, we try to determine which level they would most likely fall into. Once we have an idea about which hearing loss level a person is in, we are able to recommend a hearing aid that best seems to match their hearing loss level.

The Causes of Hearing Loss: Aging

Submitted by AAHstaff on Thu, 11/20/2014 - 11:44
The Causes of Hearing Loss: Aging

 

As we grow older, our bodies start to change, and things that were once easy often start to become a bit more difficult. Unfortunately, one of the many things that begins to dissipate as we get older is our ability to hear. If you suspect that you have age-related hearing loss, it's important to understand what it is, how it happens, its effects, and what you can do about it. 

Understanding the Types of Hearing Loss: Mixed Hearing Loss

Submitted by AAHstaff on Wed, 11/05/2014 - 11:34
Understanding the Types of Hearing Loss: Mixed Hearing Loss

 

Being able to understand the differences between hearing loss types can help those who suffer from hearing loss, and those who help sufferers, to choose the right hearing aids and treatments. Every person with hearing loss needs a hearing aid tailored to the type of hearing loss they are experiencing. Today, we are taking a closer look at one of the rarer types of hearing loss: mixed hearing loss.

How Do You Treat Genetic Hearing Loss and What Is It?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Tue, 12/30/2014 - 11:20
How Do You Treat Genetic Hearing Loss and What Is It?

 

While some forms of hearing loss occur later in life, such as age-related hearing loss or noise-induced hearing loss, others can onset when we are young. More often than not, hearing loss that occurs at a young age is a form of genetic hearing loss. Let's take a moment to understand genetic hearing loss treatment, as well as how it can be inherited and diagnosed.

Hearing Loss and Work: Do You Have the Right Tools to Help?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Mon, 01/19/2015 - 11:49
Hearing Loss and Work: Do You Have the Right Tools to Help?

 

Hearing difficulties can significantly get in the way of you doing your best at work. The good news is that you can overcome your hearing difficulties and achieve your potential at work, in spite of deafness. One of the most important ways to minimize the effect of your hearing loss is by using the right tools at work. Here are three tools we highly recommend.

Understanding the Types of Hearing Loss: Conductive

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 10/31/2014 - 11:05
Understanding the Types of Hearing Loss: Conductive

 

Understanding the different types of hearing loss, in addition to knowing which one you might be experiencing, will help you to choose the  about treatments and hearing aids. It's important to understand what is going on inside your ear so you know how to look after yourself and prevent further damage. Today, we are looking at one of the most common types: conductive hearing loss.  

Hearing Loss and Work: Is Your Employer Helping?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 01/16/2015 - 10:39
Hearing Loss and Work: Is Your Employer Helping?

 

Finding work and thriving in a job can be difficult, even without the obstacles created by hearing loss. The good news is that when you understand your rights and how the law can help you, you will find yourself in a better position to overcome hearing loss and the obstacles it brings at work. Here are our top tips to ensure that your employer supports you as much as possible and as required.

The Causes of Hearing Loss: Loud Noises

Submitted by AAHstaff on Wed, 11/26/2014 - 10:14
The Causes of Hearing Loss: Loud Noises

 

Understanding what causes hearing loss can not only help to prevent it, but can also help sufferers to find the best treatment and/or coping strategies for their specific type of hearing loss. If you suspect that you are experiencing noise-induced hearing loss, read further to gain a better understanding of what causes it, who is most likely to experience it, and how to address it.