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11/17/20

ADA at 30: More Work to be Done on Hearing Loss

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has protected the rights of people with disabilities for three decades! As of July 26, 2020 the ADA has officially turned 30 and  with three decades of creating access for people with disabilities in the workplace, for government programs, on transportation, in public spaces and more the programs have been indispensable.  However, as we look back on the valuable work the ADA has done, we must examine how much more can...
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10/31/20

Work & Leisure Activities That Could Contribute to Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is becoming more and more common as our world becomes louder and louder. While hearing loss can be caused by many different things, including head trauma, old age infections and certain medications, noise induced hearing loss affects people at all ages in high numbers. According to a 2017 analysis from a nationally representative health interview and examination survey reported that nearly one in four (24 percent) of U.S. adults aged 20 to 69...
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09/29/20

How Does Active Noise Cancelling Work?

Noise cancelling technology has become a common feature in various industries including headphones and hearing aids. Its radically enhanced listening experiences as we navigate daily life and the range of noise we are exposed to. Noise cancellation features protect hearing health by preventing people from increasing the volume on personal electronic devices (smartphone, speaker, laptop etc.). This is particularly useful for people who regularly commute, have noise sensitivities or some degree of hearing loss, work...
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07/27/20

Adults with Hearing Loss at Higher Risk for Unemployment

For many of us, we spend a huge portion of our life working. Whether you are passionate about your work or simply trying to pay the bills we all deserve a safe and healthy workplace. However, approximately 22 million workers in the US are exposed to dangerous levels of noise in the workplace everyday causing permanent hearing loss. Noise Induced Hearing Loss When noises exceed safe levels it can damage or destroy the tiny hairs...
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