The world was very different millions of years ago. This steamy, volcano-laden landscape is where the long-necked Diplacusis wandered. Thanks to its extra long neck and tail, Diplacusis was so big that it was afraid of no predator. Actually, the long-necked dinosaur from the Jurassic Period is called Diplodocus. Diplacusis is a hearing condition that […]
Summer is here! This summer season has tons of fun. But before you hit the beach, the concert, or the backyard barbecue, don’t forget to take care of your hearing. When you’re out enjoying summer, do keep in mind that your hearing can be damaged by loud noises. In the summer you’re a lot more […]
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Don’t forget to wash your ears. It’s difficult not to say that in your “parenting” voice. Maybe when you were a kid you even recall your parents telling you to do it. As you get caught up in past nostalgia, that sort of memory can take you back to simpler times. But it’s also great […]
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Are you familiar with what a cyborg is? If you get swept up in science fiction movies, you probably think of cyborgs as kind of half-human, half machine characters (the human condition is often cleverly depicted with these characters). Hollywood cyborgs can seem extremely bizarre. But in reality, somebody wearing something as simple as a […]
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In the past they were called “books-on-tape”. Back then, obviously, we didn’t even have CDs let alone streaming services. These days, people refer to them as audiobooks (which, we won’t lie, is a far better name). An audiobook allows you to read a book by, well, listening to it. It’s kind of like when you […]
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Have you ever had your vehicle break down in the middle of the highway? It’s not an enjoyable experience. You have to pull your car off the road. And then, for whatever reason, you probably open your hood and have a look at your engine. What’s strange is that you do this even if you […]
It’s something lots of individuals cope with, but few want to talk about – hearing loss and its effect on personal relationships. Both partners can feel frustrated by the misunderstandings that are caused by hearing loss. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner isn’t it a great opportunity to show your love and appreciation for […]
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Have you ever bought one of those “one size fits all” t-shirts only to be dismayed (and surprised) when the shirt does not, in fact, fit as advertised? That’s truly aggravating. There aren’t really very many “one size fits all” with anything in the real world. That’s not only relevant with clothing, it’s also true […]
Are you forgetting something? It isn’t your imagination. It really is getting more difficult to remember things in everyday life. Memory loss seems to progress rather quickly once it’s detected. It becomes more debilitating the more you become aware of it. Most people don’t realize that there’s a connection between memory loss and loss of […]
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If you or somebody you know has minor hearing loss, it is crucial that you educate yourself about it as much as you can. This is to help you better manage your condition and steer clear of making significant decisions based on incorrect information. Here are some popular myths to dismiss when suffering from mild […]