Learning sign language can be as challenging as learning any language. But today, opportunities exist that make learning sign language seem less daunting. There are videos on youtube, apps that help y...Read More
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Hearing Aids and Cell Phones
Over the past decade, cell phones have quickly become indispensable parts of everyday life. From talking or texting to finding directions, your cell phone is always within reach. For those with hearin...Read More
Tips for Going Back to School with Hearing Loss
Going back to school with hearing loss can be daunting. There is a lot to consider, especially in regards to responsibility. What should the school do? What should the state do? What should parents an...Read More
Testing Your Infant’s Hearing
We at REM stress the importance of early intervention quite a bit. That’s because the earlier a hearing problem is addressed, the greater the chance a child’s hearing and comprehension will develo...Read More
MUSICIANS EARPLUGS
What are the benefits of musicians earplugs? Musician’s earplugs are custom made. They fit better than conventional, over the counter earplugs, and they are easy to take in and out. Also – an...Read More
CHILDREN, MUSIC THROUGH HEADPHONES, AND HEARING LOSS
Many headphones marketed towards children highlight their safe hearing levels. Volume controls limiting audio intensity – anything above 85 dB is “blocked off” – are built in to avoid ...Read More
HIDDEN HEARING LOSS
You might not know about it, but hidden hearing loss is a crucial – and relatively recent – subject of study in audiology and healthcare circles. “The more technical term for the conditi...Read More
EAR INFECTIONS IN YOUNG CHILDREN
According to a recent ASHA blog, “approximately two-thirds of children get at least one middle ear infection (otitis media) by age 3.” And with ear infections, especially at a young age, hearing l...Read More
APHASIA AND HEARING LOSS
June is Aphasia Awareness month, and we at REM want to do our part to help spread awareness. Aphasia is a communication disorder stemming from damage to the part of the brain containing language. Tho...Read More
SUMMER TIPS FOR THE HARD OF HEARING
Summer vacation doesn’t mean a vacation from your hearing aids. Whether you’re traveling in the next few months or staying close to home, there is lots you can do to keep your hearing aids and you...Read More