Tag: Lakewood
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When to upgrade your hearing aids
For those of us who wear hearing aids, there is always a wonder as to when it’s the appropriate time to get an upgrade. You may ask, “What are the advantages to upgrading on a regular basis?” To answer simply, hearing aids, like anything that gets used frequently, have a limited lifespan. Here are some…
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Fall allergies are upon us; take steps to ease symptoms
By Philip Pasternak, M.D. They’re back. … With rising counts of mold spores and ragweed pollen, so ushers in the sneezing, coughing and sinus congestion of fall allergies. An estimated 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever. The biggest fall allergy trigger is ragweed pollen. These are tiny…
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Be proactive with hearing as you age
As we age, our bodies go through changes, but our hearing health is not immune to this. In fact, hearing loss affects 1 in 3 people who are between ages 65-74. Although most are in denial, hearing loss is a natural part of aging. The hearing healthcare experts at American Hearing Centers in Lakewood offer…
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When is it time to upgrade your hearing aid?
Statistics show the average lifespan of hearing aids is about five years. Some patients go into newer technology sooner to take advantage of the advanced features and benefits to fully maximize their hearing ability. If you’re unsure about the appropriate time to upgrade, here are some signs to look for: The hearing aids don’t fit…
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Traveling with hearing loss
For those who suffer from hearing loss and have hearing aids, traveling can be increasingly challenging. Here are some helpful tips to hopefully make your trip smoother and safer for your hearing. Packing: Creating a checklist of everything needed for your hearing aids can be very beneficial. Some of the supplies you may need include…
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Signs you may need a hearing aid
Age-related hearing loss happens slowly, which can make it difficult to tell when it’s time for a hearing aid to help. The hearing healthcare experts at American Hearing Centers have put together a list of signs to look for to make it easier for you to tell when it’s time to schedule an appointment to…
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What’s That Sound?
Do you hear a constant ringing in your ear? Perhaps it’s more of a hissing, clicking, whistling or whirring? Tinnitus is a condition where you hear a constant noise, but there are no external sources giving off any sound. While tinnitus can be caused by different health conditions, a common cause is damage to the…
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Film chronicles Tent City’s homeless, ‘tiny homes’ concept
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH RIVER — A local filmmaker is ready to share a revamped version of his exploration into the lives of both those who are homeless and those who are trying to help them. Jack Ballo’s documentary, “Destiny’s Bridge,” was finished in 2013 and is about the existence of Tent City in Lakewood…