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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | May 30, 2023 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
Hearing issues in women are common—nearly one in eight U.S. women report having trouble hearing. Staying on top of hearing health is crucial because untreated hearing loss can profoundly impact quality of life. In celebration of National Women’s Health Month, we’d like to share seven things you should know about the relationship between your hearing […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | October 12, 2022 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
At Fort HealthCare Audiology, we’re committed to providing our patients with the best quality of care, as well as the latest information about living a life with healthy hearing. Below we review a recent study that correlated hearing aid use with a slower rate of cognitive decline. The study was conducted by the University of […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | February 23, 2022 | 0 Comments | General Health |
Cochlear implants treat severe to profound hearing loss in patients with sensorineural (inner ear-related) hearing loss. A trained physician surgically implants the devices, which bypass the problematic areas in the ear by directly stimulating the auditory nerve and sending signals straight to the brain. How does it work? A cochlear implant works differently than a […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | June 29, 2021 | 0 Comments | General Health |
Prevent hearing loss this summer! It’s important to note that many outdoor activities can lead to noise-induced hearing loss if you are not careful. Many popular summer activities can be hazardous to our ears due to high decibel levels, bacteria, or other elements. Prolonged exposure to lawn mowers, power tools, motorized vehicles, sporting events, concerts, […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | April 29, 2021 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
Have you ever thought about cleaning your hearing aids? Regular clean and checks are the best way to preserve your important investment. Regular maintenance can help extend the life of your hearing aids, and is a must considering the conditions they are exposed to on a regular basis. Moisture, heat, earwax and dirt can all […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | October 1, 2020 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
If you’ve taken the first step toward better hearing by investing in hearing devices, you deserve to be congratulated. But satisfaction is not guaranteed by a simple purchase. You have a responsibility to develop good communication habits designed to maximize the benefits you receive from wearing hearing devices. Try these tips for better hearing and […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | May 20, 2020 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
Tinnitus can’t be cured, but there are treatments that make it less of a distraction. The approach taken depends on the underlying condition responsible for the ringing in your ears. Here are some tips for managing your tinnitus: Determine what worsens your tinnitus For some people, drinking alcohol or caffeinated beverages, eating salty or spicy […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | April 24, 2020 | 0 Comments | General Health |
Tinnitus sufferers often struggle with solutions to quiet the ringing in their ears. It’s a widespread problem, affecting about 15 percent of U.S. adults, and one without a cure. That does not mean there aren’t solutions for managing tinnitus symptoms, and one of the most effective might already be at your fingertips. If you have […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | March 13, 2020 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
The difference between a hearing screening and a hearing evaluation is important. A screening refers to a single, preliminary test used to determine whether a patient has hearing loss whereas an evaluation is an in-depth series of tests conducted by an audiologist used to measure the type, degree and configuration of the impairment and identify […]
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Cheryl Kinney, Au.D. | February 19, 2020 | 0 Comments | General Health |
Most people are accustomed to making regular checkups a routine part of their medical care—i.e. vision, dental, etc.—but few pay mind to their hearing. Neglect is probably not the intent here; many are just simply unaware of how often they should get their hearing tested, and the number of physicians recommending routine hearing evaluations is […]
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