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By Douglas Lorber, Audiologist at HearUSA Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the voices of the men who raised us. From bedtime stories and sage advice to booming cheers at baseball games, fathers and grandfathers helped shape who we are today. But what happens when those voices grow quieter, or when your father or grandfather seems to withdraw from the conversations that once defined family gatherings? I often refer to hearing loss as a...

A career in clinical practice is not just a responsibility; it is a purpose. Serving people in times of need goes beyond technical know-how. It requires empathy, attention, and learning through experience. Clinical work foundation does not come in a day. It’s developed over time through small and consistent actions and a profound respect for the people being cared for. Listening and Connecting with Patients Learning how to listen is one of the first steps...

Good posture adds to your confidence and agility. Your body and mind work better together when you keep a tall and relaxed form. The secret to looking and feeling great lies in an upright stance. Your age or activity level does not matter. If you sit for long hours at a desk in an office or stand all day on a factory floor, natural solutions to deal with bad posture are at hand. These simple...

Ever wake up and still feel completely wiped out? Even after a full night’s sleep, your eyes burn, your body feels heavy, and focusing on anything feels almost impossible. It’s not just in your head. A lot of people deal with this, especially with how busy life is now. What’s weird is, sometimes it doesn’t even have to do with sleep itself. It can be a mix of things, from screens to stress to how...

Surgical procedures serve as a healing tool that provides pain relief and addresses major medical conditions. The external surgical wound heals with neatness, but internal healing produces hidden scar tissue. Internal scarring, known as adhesions, sometimes creates problems that lead to pain, stiffness, and potentially long-term complications. What triggers internal scar tissue formation, and why do certain individuals develop more severe tissue scarring? The body’s healing response reveals itself through its actions after surgical procedures....

The healthcare industry is rapidly evolving, with medical practices seeking innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, patient experience, and cost savings. One of the biggest challenges for healthcare providers is managing front desk operations, including appointment scheduling, patient inquiries, insurance verification, and administrative support. As staffing shortages continue and operational costs rise, Remote Front Desk Services have emerged as the future of medical practices, offering 24/7 availability, bilingual support, and HIPAA-compliant patient communication. At Rekha Tech...

By Dr. Stephanie Jaffe, Doctor of Audiology and Hearing Health Advocate Moms and grandmothers spend their lives looking after the people they love, often without pausing to look after themselves. It’s no surprise that many of them put their own health on the back burner. A 2024 study found that 78% of mothers prioritize their family’s well-being ahead of their own, and they’re 14% less likely to keep up with routine healthcare compared to single...