As I was going through the drive-thru for lunch the other day, I couldn’t help but struggle to communicate with the attendant. After several attempts, I assumed my double cheeseburger with no onions and a side of fries was successfully ordered. Read More »
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BBRRR It is Still Cold Out There: Watch Out For Frostbite
With the exceptionally cold weather upon us, frostbite is a distinct threat to all of us. I was sledding with two of my granddaughters recently and after about an hour or so, the youngest, who is 8 years old, said that her hands and feet were beginning to burn. Read More »
Why Take Two? Is Two Really Better Than One?
I recently had a patient diagnosed with a permanent hearing loss in both ears. While discussing the various hearing aid options, he brought up a great question, “Do I really need two hearing aids? Won’t my hearing be improved even if I only get one hearing aid?”
For most individuals looking to pursue hearing aids, the simple answer to this question is two hearing aids are better than one. Read More »
The Flu Battle Begins
Yes, it’s that time of year again. The flu has blessed us with its presence a little earlier this year and is in full force. Many of us have heard about the flu epidemic out on the east coast that is migrating west as we speak. Read More »
How to Beat and Treat Winter Skin
Anyone with dry or sensitive skin knows that winter is the time when skin dries out and rashes are worse. It can be tough to keep skin healthy during cold weather, but here are a few things you can do to help:
Take short baths or showers. Read More »
Hear for the Holidays!
With the holidays quickly approaching, many of you will be attending gatherings with family and friends. If your family gatherings or office parties are anything like mine, there are plenty of fun games, music and conversation. Unfortunately, all that fun can make for a difficult listening environment, especially for individuals with hearing loss. Read More »
