There have been some interesting studies over the years that connect hearing health with cognition and lifestyle health—some good, some… slightly concerning. The consensus is that untreated hearing loss can lead to a few negative mental and physical ailments,...
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Why I Trust and Recommend the ReSound OMNIA 960 for Superior Hearing
Throughout the years, I've championed the integration of the most advanced hearing care technology for our patients. Today, I'm thrilled to delve deeper into one product that has genuinely stood out: the ReSound OMNIA 960.Elegance Meets Efficiency ReSound's OMNIA 960...
How Much Should You Expect to Spend on Hearing Aids? | Lacey-Based Hearing Expert Answers
One of the most common questions that we hear in our office is “How much do hearing aids cost?” And since you’ve stumbled upon this article, I’m going to assume you’ve been wondering this same thing and are doing your own research. You’ve probably noticed that most...
Should You Buy Hearing Aids From Costco Or South Sound Audiology?
With Costco just a 10-minute drive away from my office here in Lacey, I regularly receive phone calls asking me the difference between the hearing aids I supply my patients and the hearing aids available at Costco. So … do you choose to buy your hearing aids from...
Audiologist Julie VanAusdal Shares Her Opinion on the Widex Moment
Hearing aid technology is advancing quickly these days. This rate of change can be both exciting and maybe a bit intimidating if you aren’t up to speed on the latest developments. That’s why I’m writing this piece today. I want you to understand how today’s newest...
How Much Does a Hearing Aid Repair Cost?
Do you have a junk drawer where all unused electronic devices go to die? Are you tempted to add your hearing aid to the collection because it isn’t working right? Don’t do it. Not only is it a waste of significant investment, but it can’t provide you with the...
Prescription vs. Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
The long-awaited regulations for the sale of non-prescription hearing aids were finally released in October 2021, so I’ve been interested in what manufacturers would introduce since then. One reason why I’m interested is because any hearing aid that treats a person’s...
Why South Sound Audiology Is Prepared For Whatever Happens Next | Our Big Lessons From COVID And Our Long-Term Promise To You
Achieving better hearing requires much more than great technology; it requires a long-term relationship with somebody that has helped hundreds of others to achieve the outcome that you’re looking for. It needs somebody that can be by your side for the long haul,...
What Is The New Jabra Enhance Plus Lifestyle Device, And Is It The Solution For The 18 Million Americans With An Untreated Hearing Loss?
It’s true that the hearing care industry has experienced massive change over the years, with an overwhelming focus on advancing technology to better treat the different types of hearing loss. This improved technology has encouraged many people to take control of their...
Biden’s Over The Counter Announcement – Julie’s Response
As we enter the time of over-the-counter hearing aids, I wanted to share some of my insights through my 32 years of practicing audiology and almost 30 years of fitting hearing aids. I rarely end up fitting solely to a prescriptive target for a hearing loss. There is a...