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Understanding Hearing Loss

One in five Americans experiences hearing loss. Courtesy Hearing Services of McKinneyCassandra Wilson, Au.D.Doctor of Audiology, Owner Hearing Facts Let’s start with some facts (NIDCD, 2013): one in five Americans 12 and older experiences hearing […]

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Treating Hearing Loss––Who You Should See and What Steps You Should Take

Hearing is one of the body’s most remarkable senses. It integrates with our brain to help us connect with the world around us. Made up of a complex system of delicate and synchronous parts, it’s easy to take this vital sense for granted. If any of these components aren’t working properly, the result could be hearing loss. For 48 million Americans––or nearly one in five, ages 12 and older––this is precisely the case. […]

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Tinnitus and Hearing Aids

Tinnitus and Hearing Aids By Elizabeth Brassine, Au.D. Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing, humming, hissing or roaring sound that is heard when no external sound is present. According to the American Tinnitus Association, about 12 […]