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• Made for face masks Posted by Dr. Melissa Kipp Clark on December 02, 2020 Face masks have unequivocally been a good thing when it comes to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. But they present challenges when trying to communicate with others. Especially if you or the person you’re communicating with has hearing loss. Face masks muffle speech and block important lip-reading cues. Both are key to understanding speech. Add in... Read More
• All ears: How often should I replace my hearing aids? Posted by Dr. Melissa Kipp Clark on November 17, 2020 Today’s hearing aids are more sophisticated than ever before. They utilize the most advanced microelectronics, wireless radios, and computer processors, and they are built to exacting specifications to offer the best hearing possible. This includes being as resistant to moisture, dust and dirt as a high-tech instrument that sits in your ear all day can be.... Read More
• Four ways hearing better can help you age better Posted by Dr. Melissa Kipp Clark on November 04, 2020 We all want to stay healthy and happy as we age. Exercising and eating right are two obvious things we can do to help. But did you know hearing our best has a big impact, too? Here are four ways hearing your best can help you age your best. Hearing your best helps keep you social When we hear clearly and without limitations, it’s easier to be engaged,... Read More
• Have you seen our Livio Edge AI custom rechargeable hearing aids? Posted by Dr. Melissa Kipp Clark on October 16, 2020 Have you seen our Livio Edge AI custom rechargeable hearing aids? If we say so ourselves, our new Livio Edge AI custom rechargeable hearing aids are pretty great. But we’re biased. So we won’t blame you if you want a second opinion. How about this one? Youtuber and audiologist, Dr. Cliff Olson, recently called them “the most significant... Read More
• Can treating hearing loss help stave off cognitive decline? Posted by Dr. Melissa Kipp Clark on October 02, 2020 We all want to maintain our mental sharpness as we get older. Dementia, Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline are conditions everyone hopes to avoid. A growing body of research has shown that hearing loss plays a role in our ability to stay mentally sharp as we age. In fact, in a 2018 review of the research, it was concluded that untreated hearing loss... Read More