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Q: What To Ask Before Getting Hearing Aids? – Episode 99

Posted on September 26, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, I Hear You

What should I think about or ask my audiologist before committing to a treatment plan that includes amplification?…

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Q: Do Oils & Ear Drops Cure Tinnitus? – Episode 98

Posted on September 12, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, I Hear You

Frustrated by tinnitus? Beware of quick fixes like oils or ear drops. Dr. Arica Rock, Au.D. explains that, while there’s no cure…

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6 Ways to Keep Your Hearing Loss From Getting Worse

Posted on September 12, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Learn practical tips for managing hearing loss, avoiding further damage, and using today’s top technology to stay connected to the sounds you love

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Understanding Single-Sided Hearing Loss

Posted on September 7, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Struggling to hear in one ear? Learn what causes single-sided hearing loss, who it affects, and the most effective treatment options to help restore clarity.

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7 Apps for an Empowering Season of Sound

Posted on September 1, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Accessories

Discover 7 smartphone apps that boost speech clarity, provide live captions, and support hearing in everyday life — with or without hearing aids.

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Q: What is a Deep Neural Network and how does it apply to hearing technology? – Episode 97

Posted on August 22, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, I Hear You

These aren’t your parents’ hearing aids. With AI and Deep Neural Networks, hearing devices can now distinguish…

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Recovering from Sudden Hearing Loss

Posted on August 12, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Loss

Sudden hearing loss can be alarming — and it’s a medical emergency. Learn the signs, causes, and why acting fast can protect your hearing and boost recovery

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Q: Can Extreme Heat Damage Hearing Aids? – Episode 96

Posted on August 8, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Hearing Aids, I Hear You

Can the extreme heat and humidity of a scorching summer negatively impact the performance of your hearing aids?

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10 Back-to-School Hearing Tips

Posted on August 7, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Communication

Set students up for success with 10 expert tips to overcome hearing challenges and thrive in school, from captions to assistive tech and smart communication tools.

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Is Brain Strain a Hidden Cost of Hearing Loss?

Posted on August 1, 2025, by Bloomington Normal Audiology // Posted in Comorbidity

Hearing loss does more than affect your ears — it may strain your brain. Explore the connection to dementia and how hearing care can help protect your mind.

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