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Sounds are everywhere, at every level. But love it or hate it, high-volume sound can actually damage our hearing. Here’s what to do and when. Though our mind registers sounds as ”loud” and ”soft,” sound waves may be more precisely measured in decibels (dB). A whisper is about 30dB while a normal conversation…

Cotton swabs. Cotton buds. Ear candles. These seemingly harmless devices millions of people use around the world to clean their ears. But these tools aren’t as harmless as they seem. Most medical professionals  strongly warn you not to use them. From punctured ear drums to super-impacted ear wax, the number of medical disasters…

Christmas, New year and Chinese New year!- yes, the holidays! But while many people associate this time with an elevated sense of togetherness and belonging, for those with hearing loss, this time can be marked by feelings of desolation and distress. There are several ways you can alleviate them. Here is how to…

Unknown to most people, one of the common causes of hearing loss are medicine. Ototoxicity is the term health professionals use for medications and supplements that cause hearing loss. These medications damage the delicate hair cells in the inner ear responsible for hearing and balance in the process, and can lead to temporary or…