Thank you
Dr C here, I apologize for the slow feed over here of late.
Some of you are aware, but my husband has been through some health issues recently and we have been trying to keep things as simple as possible. …
General
Earth Day
Did you know that hearing aid batteries can be recycled? Zinc air cell batteries can be recycled at any of the recycling centers in Durham and Orange County.
We are happy to take them for you if you bring them …
Victoria and BBC English
Victoria and BBC English
Dr. C here!
Did you know that I actually have a degree in history from before I found the field of audiology? I love history and good storytelling! I also spent a semester abroad in London …
Hospice and Palliative Care Hearing Loss Management
Maintaining connections with family and loved ones, and supporting dignity late in life are driving motivations for us, and really are the why behind our hearing care.
Each season of life carries with it different goals and priorities for hearing …
See how HHCS has helped Doug.
This is Doug. He is a long time patient and what we like to call a Fan of HHCS. Doug graciously offered to share his experiences with us in video form to help others find us and better know what …
Communication Tips
If you suspect that the person you are speaking with has hearing loss, the following tips can help make understanding better and conversations easier on everyone.
- Reduce background noise, turn off the TV or Radio
- Gain the person’s attention before
Aren’t all hearing care providers doctors?
The majority of audiologists practicing are doctors of audiology, meaning they studied hearing and balance in the ear and in the brain for eight years. They have worked hard so that they can provide you with the best possible care. …
Trade In Event (May 31)
All right folks here’s the deal: We are trying a new Trade In Event!
On the last day of May we are offering a trade-in on your old hearing aids toward the purchase of new hearing aids.
I know we …
Hearing is Wellness
Must we hear well to be well?
Hearing loss is often written off as an invisible disability and a natural side effect of aging. Many treat it as something they would just rather not deal with.
In recent years, study …
Selective Hearing
“Dad does fine talking to me when it is just the two of us, but when we get together with the whole family he just seems to tune out.
I think it’s just selective hearing. Is that common?”
This …