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Why More Young People Have a Hearing Loss Than Before
Hearing loss is only a problem for old people, right? Young people are often surprised when they find out that WHO estimates that more than 1.1 billion individuals between the ages of 13 and 35 are at risk of hearing loss worldwide. Many young people assume that...

Why the ‘New Normal’ Is Tough for the Hard of Hearing
Even though the World Health Organization did not support the wearing of face masks early on, and their use remains controversial, face mask mandates have become a part of what many might label as the "new normal." Given the steep fines associated with failure to...

How Can I Help a Loved One with Hearing Loss?
Because hearing loss usually comes on gradually, most people are unaware that they have the condition and depend on a family member or friend to guide them toward treatment. Approximately one-third of people in the United States between the ages of 65 and 75 have some...

Remote Assist for the ReSound App – Common Problems & Solutions
Slent Hearing & Balance Center is passionate about personalized care, even when office visits aren't an option. That's why we offer virtual visits for patients who need assistance during times like COVID-19. We also offer remote care with the ReSound App which...

Useful Local Resources to Help you During the Covid-19 Crisis
Here at SLENT Hearing & Balance Center, we want to do everything we possibly can to help our patients and community during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this blog, we have collated some useful links and contact information to help you access the essential services and...
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Appointment Restrictions for 30 Days [COVID-19 Announcement]
Considering the governor’s "stay at home" order for Louisiana and recent recommendations from the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), most appointments will be conducted virtually to protect patients during these challenging times. If you have an appointment over the...

Android Streaming Now Available for ReSound Hearing Aids
If you wear the latest ReSound Hearing Aids and you have an Android 10 smartphone, you're in luck. Direct audio streaming is now available for compatible devices. What this means is that you can hear your tunes and answer phone calls without the hassle of using a...

How to Change Your Hearing Aid Wax Guards
You need earwax to maintain your hearing health. Although earwax is a great friend to your ear, earwax is also your hearing aid's enemy. A wax guard is designed to protect your hearing aid from earwax damage. The Wax Guard's Role A typical wax guard is made of plastic...

A Celebration of Love – What We Learned
February was the month of love! With this in mind, it seemed the perfect time for us to share some kind words that we had received from our wonderful patients. For the first two weeks of February, leading up to Valentine’s Day, we took to Facebook and each day we...

Cleaning Your Hearing Aids: What You Need to Know
Cleaning your hearing aids regularly is necessary to protect the investment you made in them. Hearing aids that aren't properly maintained usually don't last as long as they should. Regular cleanings also reduce the need for repairs. Here's our advice on cleaning your...