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Hearing Loss and the Great Outdoors

Posted on July 15, 2022 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Be prepared to tackle your outdoor summer activities safely Human hearing is remarkable. It can detect frequencies between 20 and 20,000 Hz and is highly adept at distinguishing familiar sounds from unfamiliar ones, alerting you to potential danger, and decoding...

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Q: Allergies and Hearing Loss — What’s the Connection?

Posted on May 1, 2022 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

A: This is a great question! Let’s start with some allergy basics.   Allergies An allergy is when your body’s defenses overreact to something that is not typically harmful. These are called allergens, and common ones include latex, pet dander,...

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This Mask Supports Effective Communication

Posted on April 1, 2022 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Which Mask Can Help You Be Heard? You probably chose your go-to masks based on safety and comfort. However, communicating while wearing a mask can be tricky — so how do you know which type of mask is best for...

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Seven Famous Women With Hearing Loss

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Marlee Matlin A celebrated actress who lost her hearing to a childhood illness, Matlin has been a vocal advocate for the deaf for over 30 years and is one of the most recognizable faces of hearing loss. She won an...

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Celebrating Black History Month: 10 Notables With Hearing Loss

Posted on February 1, 2022 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Time to Get Inspired With more than 1.5 billion people touched by hearing loss — including some 3.6 million in Canada alone — many icons in pop culture, politics, academics, and beyond have experienced this issue in their own lives. For Black...

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Q&A: How Can I Help a Loved One With Hearing Loss?

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Get a Head Start With These Inspiring Ideas Paying It Forward Means Even More Q: As someone with firsthand experience tackling hearing loss, how can I help a loved one who’s having hearing difficulty? A: Kudos for wanting to help...

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6 Inspirational Latinos and Hispanics With Hearing Loss

Posted on September 15, 2021 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Hearing Loss Affects More Than Your Ears Did you know there’s a high prevalence of hearing loss in the Hispanic and Latino population in the U.S.? Untreated hearing loss is linked to decreased cognitive function in this same population, so...

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Boost Your Communication With These 6 Apps

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss, News, Technology

Want to feel even more connected to the world around you through the power of sound? There’s an app for that! Actually, we’ve compiled a list of six apps that can help support your communication wellness. 1. Live Transcribe This...

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You Need Hearing Aids. Now What?

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss

Q: It turns out I need hearing aids. What’s my next step? A: Hearing aids aren’t one-size-fits-all devices, so your question is a good sign you’re approaching this with the right mindset. Your first step is to confirm you’ve had...

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Hearing Aids + Your Brain

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss

You won’t “mind” this news about better hearing and improved cognition! Does hearing aid use help your brain? A growing amount of research associates hearing technology with improved cognition and slowed or decreased risk of cognitive decline. Get the latest...

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All visits must be scheduled. Please call the office from your vehicle upon arrival at (309) 662-8346. Masks and temperature checks are required for every patient.

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