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Dear Dr. HearCare: Can My Hearing Aids Get Wet?
Can My Hearing Aids Get Wet? A little water never hurt anybody, right? What about your hearing aids? Hearing aids are electronic devices and need to be treated accordingly. If they get wet or too sweaty make sure to dry them thoroughly. You can dry them with a cloth, remove the battery if it…
Read MoreFamous YouTuber, Mr. Beast Partners with Hearing The Call
What do you get when the world’s biggest YouTuber connects with Hearing the Call? Some of you may have heard the term “March Madness” thrown around. At the end of February, Hearing the Call was contacted by MrBeast, the world’s biggest YouTuber, about helping people hear. On short notice, we organized humanitarian hearing trips to…
Read MoreDr. Lundstrom Featured on HealthyHearing!
Dr. Lundstrom’s insights on “Emergency Communication Tips” were recently featured on HealthyHearing.com! This article is a must read for those who experience hearing loss and those who are their caretakers. It teaches how to be aware of and prepare for communication challenges during emergencies or disasters and how to provide the necessary assistance for those…
Read MoreDear Dr. HearCare: How Often Should I Test My Hearing?
If you are 65 or older, as part of your routine healthcare, you should have an annual hearing exam. Your initial hearing test will establish a baseline that your audiologist will use to monitor your hearing for further progression. Depending on the results your audiologist will advise you of any medical concerns, need to see…
Read MoreDr. Lundstrom Featured on CNET: “How to Choose the Right Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid”
Dr. Lundstrom was recently featured on CNET: “How to Choose the Right Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aid.” In this article, Dr. Lundstrom discusses: who is suitable for a hearing aid, if you should get hearing aids over the counter, and how to choose the best OTC hearing aids for you. “Over-the-counter hearing aids aren’t for everyone…
Read MoreDear Dr. HearCare: How Good are the New Oticon REAL Hearing Devices?
How Good are the New Oticon REAL Hearing Devices? Oticon just launched its newest product, the REAL! You are probably wondering, “How good are they?” Well, we have been asking current hearing devices wearers to test them out and give their feedback. The verdict is in….they’re great! The Oticon Real boasts better wind and handling…
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