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On Monday May 29th The Hearing Group’s office will close in observance of Memorial Day.
We join with the rest of our country in honoring the sacrifice of those who have given their lives in service to America and thank those currently serving domestically and abroad.
West Orange, NJ, May 15, 2017—The Hearing Group is urging women of all ages to talk hearing health with their doctors—a topic often overlooked in the discussion on women’s health. Studies link unaddressed hearing loss to other serious health issues, including depression, dementia, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, moderate chronic kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, sleep apnea, and an increased risk of falls and hospitalization. Research also shows that when people address hearing loss, it often has a positive impact on their quality of life.
During National Women’s Health Week, The Hearing Group invites people in for a complimentary hearing screening to determine if they need a comprehensive hearing test by one of our hearing healthcare professionals.
Hearing loss affects women of all ages. About 1 in 13 women in their 40s say they already have hearing difficulty, according to BHI research, along with 1 in 10 women in their 50s, and 1 in 8 in their 60s. The numbers rise sharply from there, but across all age groups, about 1 in 11 women (18 and older) have hearing loss, BHI research indicates.
The good news is that when women address hearing loss, they tend to see improvements in their quality of life.
In fact, most women who wear hearing aids say it’s true. They see a notable improvement in their overall quality of life, their overall ability to communicate and participate in group activities, and they’re especially likely to see improvements show up at work—specifically, in their work performance and relationships.
What’s more, most women who buy hearing aids say they’d recommend them to a family member or friend with hearing problems. That includes women who buy them in middle age (40-59). At least 90 percent of women in this age group say they would recommend them. Women of all ages even say they’re happy with the look of their hearing aids—at least 8 out of 10 female hearing aid users surveyed said so.
The reality is, most people tend to address hearing loss in stages. They may notice they’re having difficulty hearing but not do anything about it, or they may start down the road to find information about hearing loss and treatment options.
It’s important for women to know about the tremendous advances in hearing aid technology in recent years. Given that there is so much emerging research on the connection between hearing loss and other significant health issues, it makes sense for people to talk with their doctors about hearing loss sooner rather than later.
Women have so much to gain by addressing their hearing loss early.
And so do the people in their lives. Not only do 94 percent of women make healthcare decisions for themselves, but 59 percent of all women—whether or not they’re married or have children—make healthcare decisions for others as well, research from the Center for Talent Innovation shows.
Given the wide circle of influence that women have, when a woman takes hearing health and hearing loss seriously, it has the potential to benefit many others too.
During National Women’s Health Week, The Hearing Group is urging all women to talk hearing health with their doctors.
National Women’s Health Week is an observance led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. This year’s National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day, May 14, and runs through May 20, 2017.
Did you know that May is Better Hearing and Speech Month? This campaign was started in order to raise awareness of hearing loss and communication disorders. Did you know that 37.5 million adults in the United States say they have hearing loss. That’s 15% of the population! Did you know that untreated hearing loss can lead to social and emotional isolation and put stress on your relationships?
Signs that you may have a hearing loss include: difficulty hearing conversation in noisy environments such as a restaurant, you feel that people are mumbling, people often have to repeat what they have said to you, you have trouble following conversations and you have noises in your ears such as ringing, buzzing or hissing.
If you have any of these signs you may have hearing loss. Everyone over the age of 50 years should have their hearing tested annually. Please call our office at 973-542-4031 to schedule your appointment for a hearing test. The test is easy, quick, painless and is covered by most health insurance companies.
Please join Dr. Robbi Hershon and Dr. Debra Knapp in their office on May 9th, 10th or 11th for a complimentary hearing consultation and to learn more about two products from Phonak: the new Virto B Titanium IIC and Lyric extended wear hearing aid.
The Virto B Titanium IIC is made from medical grade titanium enabling the device to be super discreet, durable and lightweight. The hearing aid features Phonak’s Auto sense automatic operating system which switches programs automatically as your listening environment changes.
The Lyric extended wear hearing aid is the most discreet hearing aid. Made to be worn 24/7 the hearing aid is now available in even more sizes, XXS and XXL enabling us to fit more patients. Lyric is 100% invisible and has a natural sound quality allowing for effortless hearing all day, every day.
Please call us at 973-542-4031 to schedule an appointment. Let The Hearing Group help you improve your quality of life.
Please join us in our office on Tuesday April 18, Wednesday April 19 or Thursday April 20 for a complimentary hearing consultation and demonstration of Oticon’s newest hearing aid the Opn. Available in 3 levels of technology to fit any budget and lifestyle this hearing aid provides for excellent listening ability in even the most challenging listening environments such as restaurants or your holiday gathering. This made for iphone hearing aid provides superior listening in complex listening environments. The Oticon Opn can connect to any Apple product such as an iPad or iPhone wirelessly. Stream your phone calls, music or movies directly into your hearing aids. Control your hearing aids with the downloadable app. Let our Doctors of Audiology at The Hearing Group help you improve your life and your listening. Call our office at 973-542-4031 to schedule an appointment.
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We have been fitting the latest hearing aid from Widex, the Beyond. Available in 3 levels of technology to fit most budgets this hearing aid has gotten rave reviews. The Widex Beyond series of hearing aids provides for outstanding ability to hear conversation in difficult situations such as noisy restaurants and groups. It is also made for iPhone enabling one to connect wirelessly to any Apple product. The downloadable app allows the user to adjust volume, focus the direction of the microphones and adjust base, middle and treble. Call The Hearing Group today at 973-542-4031 for a complimentary demonstration of this hew hearing aid.
Please join us for an open house featuring Oticon’s newest hearing devices the Opn1, Opn2 and Opn3. These devices improve one’s ability to hear in noisy environments and are also made for iPhone. With the release of the Opn2 and Opn3 we are now able to fit every budget. Schedule your appointment for a complimentary hearing consultation and demonstration of these great hearing aids from Oticon. Call our office at (973) 542-4031 to schedule an appointment.
We’d like to take this time to thank everyone for making 2016 a wonderful year.
So that we may spend time over the holiday season with family and friends our office will be closed Monday December 26, 2016 and Monday January 2 2017. We’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Happy New Year.
Robbi Hershon
Debra Knapp
Katie Brennan
Destiny Charles