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Tuesday, December 13th 2011 Each year, the Sight and Hearing Association publishes a list of noisy toys, which emit sound levels in excess of 120 dB. Learn more about how to protect your children.

Tuesday, November 1st 2011 Today's smart phone apps make learning sign language convenient and interactive. We've reviewed the best apps for learning sign language here.

Wednesday, October 26th 2011 Untreated hearing loss in patients with Alzheimer's Disease can cause an added strain on patients and their caregivers. In many cases, hearing aids can benefit people with Alzheimer's.

Wednesday, October 19th 2011 We have reviewed the best phone apps designed to check for signs of hearing loss. This review discusses several that are currently available for iPhone and Android.

Monday, October 17th 2011 With a mission to promote and protect the health and well-being of children around the world, Variety the Children's Charity aims to impact the lives of children and their families, to ultimately make the world a better place. Children with hearing loss can turn to Variety for financial help with hearing aids.

Monday, September 12th 2011 Oticon’s ConnectLine Solution series includes the Streamer, TV Adaptor, Microphone and Phone Adaptor, working together with hearing aids to connect individuals to a variety of electronic and entertainment technology.

Thursday, August 18th 2011 Help Me Hear Foundation provides financial help for hearing aids and cochlear implants for children with hearing loss, when their families cannot otherwise afford to pay for these devices and services.

Tuesday, August 16th 2011 We have reviewed the best phone apps to help you measure noise levels in your environment and protect your hearing from damage.

Monday, August 1st 2011 Oticon Ino and Ino Pro are affordable hearing aids that offer many advanced options that hearing aid wearers want, including noise reduction, feedback management, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Wednesday, July 27th 2011 Let Them Hear Foundation is an organization that provides financial help for people who cannot afford hearing aids, cochlear implants, or other hearing services. The Foundation also supports research, education for professionals, and public awareness about hearing loss and its impacts on quality of life.

Monday, July 25th 2011 Earwax build-up is a common cause of hearing aid malfunction. Using these tips for keeping hearing aids clean of ear wax can help prevent unnecessary clinic visits and frustrating hearing aid repairs.

Thursday, July 21st 2011 The Hearing Foundation (Ear of the Lion) was founded by Lions Clubs in California and Nevada to provide financial assistance for hearing aids for individuals who cannot afford them.

Wednesday, July 13th 2011 The Gift of Hearing Foundation (GOHF) is dedicated to increasing access to cochlear implants. In some cases, the GOHF is able to provide financial help for cochlear implants to patients when no other option exists.

Tuesday, June 28th 2011 Noise induced hearing loss is preventable by simply wearing hearing protection. You may not notice immediate damage; but remember that exposure is cumulative through the years - so start protecting your hearing now.

Tuesday, May 10th 2011 Researchers in Australia have created a model that induces tinnitus and measures brain cell activity, a step necessary in developing new tinnitus treatments.

Wednesday, April 20th 2011 Attempting an ear cleaning at home by using cotton swabs (Q-Tips) or other household items is a dangerous practice that can possibly lead to hearing loss, punctured ear drums and super impacted wax.

Friday, March 18th 2011 Healthy Hearing's Sites We Like featuring websites related to foam ear plugs and bike helmets for hearing protection.

Wednesday, March 16th 2011 Singer, performer, and music legend Phil Collins has announced that he will be leaving the music scene due to health problems, including hearing loss.

Tuesday, March 15th 2011 Some causes of temporary hearing loss can be resolved with simple hearing loss treatments.

Monday, March 14th 2011 New evidence indicates that hearing loss affects over 60% of Americans over the age of 70.

Thursday, March 10th 2011 Sites We Like - Healthy Hearing features websites related to senior care and senior housing services.

Wednesday, March 9th 2011 There are lots of people who want low-profile, discreet hearing aids. If discretion tops your priority list, explore and compare completely-in-the-canal, receiver-in-the-ear, or behind-the-ear hearing aids.

Tuesday, March 8th 2011 A new study found that respondents who reported more stress, especially in the areas of poor sleep and ill health, also had more complaints of tinnitus and hearing loss.

Wednesday, March 2nd 2011 There are many causes of temporary hearing loss, including noise exposure, ear wax, and middle ear infections.

Tuesday, February 22nd 2011 Learn the right questions to ask when selecting a hearing center, ear doctor, or hearing aid store to maintain the best hearing health.