Hearing Answers: Hearing Aids

 

Hearing Aid Topics include:

• The Basics: what is a hearing aid and how can it help me?
• First Step: How do you determine whether you need a hearing aid, and choose the right one?
• Your Hearing Aid: How do you adjust to your hearing aid and care for it?
• Financial: How can you get financial assistance for a hearing aid?
• The Latest : What new types of aids are available and what research is being done for hearing aids?

• Hearing Aids
• Cochlear Implants
• Tinnitus
• Batteries
• Find a Professional
• Hearing Loss Organizations

1. Hearing loss in children from MedlinePlus.gov
2. Great links for hearing loss resources on the web, from Listen-up.org
3. Alexander Graham Bell Association for those with hearing loss, for parents and professionals

• How do I know if I have hearing loss?

  Untreated hearing loss adversely affects many aspects of life. Hearing loss can affect anyone, young or old, and getting tested is the first step toward a world of better hearing...Read more…

• What type of hearing aid is best for me ?

  Hearing aids vary in cost based on the type, features, and vendor. Price is not the only consideration and the right hearing professional can help you make this decision. Before you take that step, be an informed buyer with this article... Read more…

• What is tinnitus (ringing in the ear)?

  Tinnitus, often called ringing in the ear, refers to the perception of sound when no external sound is present. Read more…