Did you know that there are hearing dogs for the deaf? Do you know someone who could use a hearing dog? A big hello from cockapoo Drew, who has recently started his hearing dog training 👋🥰 Drew has settled straight into life with his volunteer puppy trainer and is a very playful boy. Just look at those fluffy paws in the last photo! 😍 Learn more about Hearing Dogs for Deaf People at: https://www.facebook.com/hearing.dogs/ We are here to help if you or a family member is having … [Read more...]
Hearing Aids are more than a Microphone
Believe it or not I still have a lot of patients who think that hearing aids are just a simple device with a microphone and a speaker. Amplifying everything around us. While this may be true for most amplifiers that are made online, this is not the case for some of the best amplification devices made by the top manufacturers in the world. At Broadwater Hearing Care we only fit quality devices that we know will stand the test of time: ✅ They have advanced computer chips that are used to … [Read more...]
Worrying about a Family Member’s Hearing
“I used to worry about my dad. I live out of state and when I called him weekly, it was like he was aloof and not himself. Hearing aids have literally brought him back to life. I used to worry he wasn’t following me on the phone or participating at family gatherings because of memory issues or something. But surely enough, once he could hear well, it was a game changer. He was smiling, laughing, and engaging in conversation just like he used to.” 💛 Hearing stories like these is what makes our … [Read more...]
Act to Expand Medicare for Hearing Aids
This is an important Act presented by US Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Chair of the House Ways & Means Health Subcommittee to Expand Medicare to include Hearing Aids and Exams. According to an article in The Hearing Review, there is mounting evidence that indicates the importance of dental, vision, and hearing health to overall health, as outlined in findings in a 2018 Commonwealth Fund Report. Hearing – Among all Medicare beneficiaries, 75% who needed a hearing aid did not have … [Read more...]
Executive Order re Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
President Biden recently signed an executive order for over-the-counter hearing aids. While I commend President Biden’s efforts, they are short-sighted. Over-the-counter hearing aids have been available for some time. The FDA was mandated to establish a regulatory category for this type of hearing aids in 2017. The FDA regulates hearing devices, as they can adversely affect hearing if fit incorrectly. The prices of hearing aids quoted was ridiculous. Hearing aids are available in all price … [Read more...]
Cleaning Ear Wax
I get A LOT of questions about ear wax! Did you know that your ears are self-cleaning? 😮 Pores in your ear canal produce ear wax and tiny hairs called cilia push it out of the ear canal naturally. So next time you think about using a Q-Tip, don’t do it! ❌ Audiologists are trained in wax removal and can ensure your ear canals are clear! When was the last time you had your ears cleaned? We are here to help if you or a family member is having any difficulties with hearing, … [Read more...]
What’s the difference in getting Hearing Aids from a Doctor vs online?
What makes buying hearing aids from Broadwater Hearing Care different than going online, a warehouse club, or drug store? This is probably the most common question asked by my patients. Believe me when I say, I understand. Hearing aids are a big investment and you want to make sure you’ve done your research. However, I explain to my patients that the job of an audiologist is not to “sell a product”. My goal is to help you improve your quality of life by hearing your best...and one … [Read more...]
Tips on Getting Water out of Ears
Great article on 'How to Get Water out of my Ears?' by Healthy Hearing staff writer, Debbie Clason. Playing in the water can be fun for people of all ages. While summer is a great time to enjoy swimming to its fullest, all of the splashing around can occasionally lead to water getting trapped in your ears. Symptoms include a feeling of fullness in the ear canal and a sensation that water is jostling around in your ear. It can happen in one or both ears. When the water doesn’t trickle out … [Read more...]
Maizie – Good Citizen Award
Congratulations to Maizie for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Award So proud of our Mascot Maisie! We are here to help if you or a family member is having any difficulties with hearing, hearing aids, hearing aid apps or Tinnitus please give us a call at 727-323-2471 and set up an appointment. We can help you. Susan E. Terry, Au.D., F-AAA, F-NAP Doctor of Audiology Board Certified P.S. We are here to help if you have any questions about your hearing, feel free to give us a call … [Read more...]
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
There has been a lot of information in the news about over-the-counter hearing aids. While this may be a good idea for some, most people who need hearing aids really need the help of an audiologist to get the most out of their devices. A hearing test that you complete online in your kitchen is not going to be as accurate as a test done in the proper environment by a professional trained to test hearing. It does make a difference. You may not be saving any money. The prices of online … [Read more...]
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