Fascinating Facts
The speed of sound changes depending on what it is moving through. In air, sound travels at approximately 340 m/s or 1225.00 km/h. However, sound travels much faster in water. About 1500 m/s or 5400…
Read MorePreparing for your first hearing assessment
Having your hearing checked for the first time can be a bit intimidating. At Accurate Hearing we want to make it as comfortable as possible for you. We take the time to walk you through…
Read MoreTips for driving safely with hearing loss
We likely think of our eyes as the most important sense for operating a vehicle. While this is true, our hearing is also very important. Think of all the things you need to hear while…
Read MoreListening to music with hearing aids
Most hearing aids are designed to enhance speech clarity. To do this they are often programmed to reduce loud sounds and non speech sounds. In most situations this helps you hear speech better by decreasing…
Read MoreDon’t neglect your heart or your hearing!
February is heart health month. Did you know that there is a link between heart disease and hearing loss? That’s right, recent studies have found that people with heart disease are 54% more likely to…
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Your ears are always active. They continue to hear everything even when you are sleeping. You don’t wake up because your brain ignores the incoming sound (unless of course the sound is quite loud or…
Read MoreHow cold weather can affect your hearing aids
At this time of year we see some pretty extreme changes in temperature. These temperature changes can impact the function of your hearing aids. It’s not necessarily the cold that is the problem. It is…
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Your ear contains the smallest bones in your body. The three middle ear bones; the malleus (hammer), incus (anvil), and stapes (stirrup) could fit together on a penny.
Read More7 Communication tips to get the most enjoyment out of your conversations over the Holidays
The Holidays are here and for many that will mean family gatherings, or attending other social occasions. Here are 7 tips to make these situations as enjoyable as possible.
Read MoreFascinating Facts
Welcome to our new series on fascinating hearing facts. Check back often to learn interesting and fun facts about hearing. For instance, although some of us may consider ear wax a nuisance, it actually protects…
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