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Man and woman laying in bed laughing and discussing rechargeable hearing aids

Rechargeable Hearing Aids | Pros and Cons

As the world and its gadgets become more and more connected, so do hearing aids. The latest technology allows hearing aids to automatically detect the type of environment you’re in. You can now control your hearing aid using your smartphone; and send music and sound directly from your phone, TV, or listening device into your …

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Melissa Thompson

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Lexie’s Online Hearing Test in a Nutshell

Most hearing loss develops gradually, meaning that it may take some time before its effect on daily life becomes apparent. Persons with hearing loss often wait more than 7 years from the time their hearing difficulties become noticeable to the time that they seek help. Every person has their own reasons for waiting, but some …

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Marcellé Swanepoel

Man using his laptop to take an online hearing test

Hearing Tests | Online Hearing Test

Do you sometimes feel like you are missing out on some information? Do you feel that some words are more difficult to hear than others? Do you find that in some environments you find it difficult to hear your loved ones? Do you need people to continuously repeat themselves? If you answered yes to any …

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Faatima Nakhooda

Elderly man sitting and holding directional hearing aids in his hands

What is Hearing Aid Directionality?

The way we hear is an amazing process and hearing aid directionality makes it possible for a hearing aid wearer to hear as normally as possible. When you hear normally you might not even be aware of how your brain applies directional hearing. The brain is known to automatically filter out excess background noise and …

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Jastelle Hugo

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Top 50 Healthcare Technology CEO’s of 2021 | Nic Klopper

When Passion meets Persistence Passion is nothing but an inherent drive that compels one to dig success out of anything by investing time and skillset. Having a track record of professional achievements and years of experiential knowhow, Nic Klopper is passionate about transforming startups into incredible business successes. With his unique set of team management …

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Adel van Eeden

Elderly friends together at a restaurant, an environment where noise reduction in hearing aids can help

Choosing Hearing Aids That Reduce Background Noise

Conversations in crowded areas can be difficult to follow as speech sounds soft and muffled. It’s even more difficult for people who experience hearing loss as they battle with sound clarity in the presence of background noise.  Luckily, many hearing aids are now designed with this in mind, reducing the level of background noise the …

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Faatima Nakhooda

Man inserting a bluetooth hearing aid and connecting it to his phone

The Benefits of Bluetooth Hearing Aids

These days, it’s easier than ever to make changes to your hearing aid. Using Bluetooth technology, you’re able to take control of your hearing aid in a way that’s never been possible before. But, what are the benefits of Bluetooth hearing aids? Let’s take a look.  The benefits of Bluetooth hearing aids  Our world is …

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Jastelle Hugo

Handsome elderly man inserting his slim and sleek Lexie Lumen hearing aids while breaking the stigma of hearing aids

The Stigma Surrounding Hearing Loss

There are many factors that may influence your acceptance of hearing loss. These may include your own or the perceptions of others. Most people may not realize that they are struggling with hearing difficulties, however, some may know it and choose not to do anything about it. Like with any other ailment of the body, …

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Hema Thakor

Man and woman driving in a car along the beach while listening to loud music

Loud Music and Your Hearing

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is not limited to army veterans, individuals who work in noisy environments, or musicians. It can also happen to individuals who recreationally listen to music loudly. NIHL can be caused by a single, loud explosion, or by continuous exposure to loud sounds over a long time. An example of such this …

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Jastelle Hugo