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How Does Loud Noise Lead to Hearing Loss?
More than 48 million people in the U.S. experience hearing loss, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that, of this population, approximately 26 million suffer from permanent damage caused by excessive exposure…
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Newborn Hearing Screenings
All 50 states and most U.S. territories fund Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs, which ensure that all babies born with hearing loss get the resources they need to develop speech and language skills…
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Hearing Loss Advice
An estimated 48 million Americans experience hearing loss, but only about one in five seek treatment. Delaying treatment can have devastating impacts on your job, health and relationships, which is why audiologists in Torrance and…
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Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Lockdowns, stay-at-home orders and social distancing make this a challenging time for all. For those with untreated hearing loss, who are at an even greater risk of developing mental…
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Side Effects of Hearing Loss
The most obvious symptom of hearing loss is a decrease in your ability to hear. But untreated hearing loss can negatively affect more than just your hearing; it can play a part in your physical…
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COVID-19
We know that hearing and communication are essential in a time of emergency. At Torrance Audiology Center, we are able to continue providing hearing health services through this challenging time. Please continue to check our…
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Hearing Regulations at Work
We all have a right to be safe at work. But this was not officially mandated until the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. This act outlined a series of guidelines and safety precautions…
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Why Your Ear Itches
While not the most dangerous symptom, an itchy ear can be quite bothersome. There are a number of reasons your ear may be itching as well as a variety of treatment options to sooth the…
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Can Stress Lead to Hearing Loss?
Stress is a part of life. While not all bad, high levels of stress have been linked to a number of long-term health problems. Chronic stress can even lead to hearing loss. What Is Stress?…
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Now Is the Best Time to Get a Hearing Aid
When your teeth hurt, you go to the dentist, and when your vision is blurry, you go to the eye doctor… What’s so different about treating your hearing loss? The average person waits seven years…