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Deaf Teen Hears Underwater for the First Time!

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What is it like to not hear splashing of water when swimming or not be able to participate fully in Marco Polo with your friends at a pool party? Imagine hearing only silence. For Rachel, a 12 year old bilateral cochlear implant recipient and JHBI patient, situations such as these could not be experienced or…

Rock Concerts and Hearing Loss

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A small study by the House Research Institute revealed that 72% of teens reported reduced hearing after attending a three-hour show. This type of hearing loss typically disappears within 48 hours, but if it occurs repeatedly, permanent hearing loss can develop, the study authors noted. Read the Full Story Here

Get your hearing tested before the holidays begin.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lRH4TTnYVw&feature=plcp Our new television commercial begins airing tomorrow.

BAHA: Bone-Anchored Hearing Aids

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Watch this video as Mary Jo Schuh, Clinical Audiologist, explains the BAHA procedure and her patient, Karen Hott, gives her testimonial. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it80ZgwahKo

Metro Kids Konnection Golf Tournament

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Jacksonville Hearing and Balance Institute is sponsoring a hole in this local golf tournament where all proceeds go to support the many programs that Metro Kids Konnection offers to local children. The Tournament is October 22nd at The Golf Club at South Hampton. For more information on this wonderful charity, go to: www.metrokids-jax.org Metro Kids Konnection is a…

Coping With Hearing Loss

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Does someone you love have a hearing loss? Are you frustrated with having to repeat things to him/her? Click here for helpful information on how to better cope with your loved one’s hearing loss.

Hearing Health Quick Test

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Are you or a family member suffering from hearing loss? Click here to take the Hearing Health Quick Test, courtesy of the American Academy of Audiology. A score of 3 or more may indicate that you have a hearing problem, and with a score of 6 or more, a hearing evaluation is strongly recommended. October…

Hearing Aid Stigma: An 8 Year Old’s Perspective

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“I want the most discrete hearing aid possible so that I don’t look old.” This is heard almost daily during our hearing aid consultations. Despite the significant advancements in hearing aid size and technology, there is one thing that hasn’t changed: their stigma. Although a hearing aid is much less noticeable than the hearing loss itself, people continue…

Swedish Medical Center Shares Cochlear Implant Surgery Online, in Real Time

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Earlier this morning, Dr. Douglas Backous and his team at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA, offered a rare inside look at a cochlear implant surgery, from start to finish. We followed this with great interest, as the surgery generated significant discussion on social media. Thanks to those involved for sharing this experience with us. See…

Over 36 Million American Adults Have Some Degree of Hearing Loss

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That is over 4 times the amount of people who live in New York City! The statistics are shocking and even more so knowing that over half of those 36 million Americans are under the age of 65. Hearing loss is an increasing health concern in this nation that is often preventable. Taking time to…

Walk-In Repair Clinic

If you are experiencing problems with your hearing aid Walk-In clinic is available on Tue from 10am -11:30am and Thurs from 1pm – 2:30pm. No appointment necessary. To make an appointment call the Hearing Center at (904) 399-0350

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