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Dr. Dokianakis and other Audiologists from the Michigan Audiology Coalition were at the State Capitol to meet with lawmakers, advocating for Audiology. Dr. D said that “There were two main issues: 1) Asking for universal CMV testing for newborns, a virus that can lead to hearing loss and other neurologic issues, and 2) to oppose House Bill 5777, which introduces …
Dr. Dokianakis, who has worked with occupational and workers’ compesation hearing loss cases for over 20 years, was recently quoted in this HealthyHearing article. Workplace hearing loss is something we take very seriously and can help you avoid it, improve your hearing, reduce tinnitus and, if applicable, help with compensation issues.
On the job hearing loss and tinnitus are work related injuries that are not always obvious. While in some cases there is a clearly defined problem onset (e.g., head injury or acoustic trauma from an exposure to a sudden extremely loud sound) in most cases hearing loss develops over time, from prolonged exposure to hazardous noise levels. Hearing loss can …
In helping you hear better, it’s sometimes the little things that make us happy. Like the smile on a patient’s face when they hear their insulin pump for the first time! You may know that November is #diabetesawareness month. Did you know that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes as it is in those who don’t …
This 4th of July most big fireworks shows have been cancelled due to COVID. However, it is very likely that most of us will have some fireworks going off nearby. Beyond any social distancing safety precautions, don’t forget that sound levels from fireworks can reach levels that cause hearing problems and ringing in the ears. Some sound safety tips to …
What could go wrong with a marriage proposal when you don’t have your hearing aids in? Gael Hannan knows. She has lived with hearing loss all her life and is a fascinating public speaker. “She is humorist and hearing health advocate who offers amazing insights to the world of a hard of hearing person. Her writing helps us, as Audiologists, …
This Mother’s Day remember to consider loved ones with hearing difficulties. Raise your voice gently without yelling, be patient, face her, enunciate & speak more slowly, rephrase instead of repeating, turn down TV/music to help her hear you more easily. We love helping you hear your favorite voices; hearing loss doesn’t have to separate us from loved ones. ~ Happy …
This Easter Sunday, remember to consider loved ones with hearing difficulties. Raise your voice gently without yelling, be patient, face them, enunciate & speak more slowly, rephrase instead of repeating, turn down TV/music to help them hear you more easily. We love helping you hear better; hearing loss doesn’t have to separate us from loved ones. ~ Happy Easter!
To The Editor: I am writing as an audiologist and concerned parent regarding the Saugatuck Public Schools’ May 7 bond proposal. One of the proposed improvements is for the band room. With almost 100 students in band, the current band space is not just inadequate, but unsafe. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health has established guidelines for preventing …