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Should you be concerned about ear wax?
Ear wax seems like such a harmless thing, and, let’s face it — it’s not something you usually talk want to talk about. But believe it or not, ear wax can become a problem – read on for some information on what ear wax is and how to take care of it and why you should bother. […]
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Snoring and Sleep Apnea During Pregnancy
When you are carrying an extra 20 pounds or so and spending so much energy growing a new life, it can be exhausting. Unfortunately, though, for some women, a good night’s sleep can be tough to come by in those last months of pregnancy. Why does sleep change in pregnancy, and what can you do […]
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Causes of Hearing Loss
It is thought that almost half of the people in the United States over the age of 65 have some amount of hearing loss. But what causes hearing loss, and what can you do to prevent it? The bad news The bad news is that most types of hearing loss aren’t reversible. And, many times, […]
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What You Should Know About Ear Infections
School is ramping up, and crowded classrooms mean making friends (and memories), learning a lot, and having fun. Unfortunately, being around a lot of kids also means there are lots of illnesses floating around. Ear infections can result after a bad cold or throat infection – here are some things you should know about your […]
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Help for Sleep Apnea
It can be annoying when you have one or two nights when you don’t sleep well. But if you have a sleep disorder, your lack of sleep goes beyond annoying – night after night of bad sleep, or no sleep at all, can even be dangerous to your health. However, you do have options available […]
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Protecting Your Hearing When You Are a Musician
A musician losing their hearing is a tragic thought. Not only is making music difficult when you can’t hear (not everyone can be Beethoven!), but the rest of your life is negatively affected as well – everything from work to family time can suffer. If you are a musician, there are some things you should […]
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Do You Need a Tonsillectomy?
Your parents and grandparents may have had their tonsils removed whether they were having problems or not. Nowadays, tonsils are not taken out unless there is a very good reason. Here is some more information on tonsils and tonsillectomies, and how one may help you. Why are tonsillectomies performed? A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure […]
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What Are Thyroid Nodules?
If you have had shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing, or – perhaps most worrisome – strange bumps on your neck, the problem may be thyroid nodules. The good news is that most thyroid nodules aren’t serious, and very few are cancerous. Here is some more information about thyroid nodules, the problems they can cause, and […]
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The Psychological Effects of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is much more than difficulty hearing – there are also serious psychological effects that can result. If you are losing your hearing or love someone who is, you should be aware of these effects. Here are just a few things that a patient with hearing loss is dealing with – have you noticed […]
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Does Honey Work to Prevent Allergies?
If you suffer from allergies, you are no doubt tired of living with them, and you have probably tried just about everything you can think of to get rid of them. The latest “buzz” says that honey may be the answer for people who suffer from allergies – but is this true? Health effects of […]
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