2014

Give the Gift of Hearing Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on December 01, 2014 It is the most wonderful time of the year! If you aren’t sure of the perfect gift to give your loved one, consider giving them something extra special. If they are experiencing hearing loss, help them schedule an appointment that you both are able to attend. Be by their side as they discover how to improve their hearing. New situations can be scary when... Read More
Now Serving Better Hearing Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on November 01, 2014 There are few things better than hearing the words “Dinner is served!” on Thanksgiving Day. This announcement is one you do not want to miss because you are experiencing hearing loss. For those people struggling with hearing loss, the thought of being surrounded by so many individuals can be very overwhelming especially when they are trying to hear... Read More
Changing today brings a dramatically different tomorrow Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on October 01, 2014 Our lives are filled with change. Sometimes change can be viewed in a positive way; whether you receive a promotion at work, gain another family member or change your attitude by thinking more positively. However, adapting can be very hard to do, especially when you do not foresee it coming. The key is to take one step at a time and find it is not as hard as you... Read More
Getting to Know Your Ears Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on September 01, 2014 Have you ever heard the saying, “You learn something new every day”? As true as this statement is, one could take it one step further: you are constantly learning new things every day. There is an infinite amount of information presented and it is a constant act we perform every day. If you are struggling with hearing loss, you may feel uncertain about... Read More
Background Noise: Overtaking the Sounds of Summer Posted by Lisa Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on August 01, 2014 There are many sounds surrounding us during summertime. The lawn mower, outdoor music and children at a lemonade stand yelling, “Lemonade, 50 cents!”, there are many sounds we look forward to. Do you ever have the overwhelming feeling that there are too many sounds around you? Many people who suffer from hearing loss experience a blending of sounds due... Read More
Protecting your Hearing during Fireworks Season Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on July 01, 2014 It’s almost Independence Day! For many, July 4th holiday celebrations will include barbecues, parades and, of course, fireworks. Don’t forget about protecting your ears! Before you enjoy the show, follow these safety tips to protect your hearing from the loud blasts of fireworks. Keep your Distance: Adults should be at least 22 yards away from the... Read More
What is the right fit? Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on May 01, 2014 What is needed to make sure you have the perfect hearing aid for your life? We know there are many sizes, shapes, and in most cases, colors, to choose from! While the color might be the easiest decision to make, how do we, as your hearing healthcare professional, decide what is going to be best for you? Here are the pieces of the “puzzle” that we need... Read More
Stay Connected Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on April 01, 2014 Starkey Hearing Technologies, one of the world’s leading hearing technology companies, is excited to introduce Halo™, a Made for iPhone® hearing aid engineered to be compatible with iPhone, iPad® and iPod® touch. The Halo hearing aid gives the more than 26 million Americans with untreated hearing loss a new, discreet option that seamlessly... Read More
No Year is Worth Forgetting Posted by Gilbert Salinas, BC-HIS, ACA on January 01, 2014 This new year, make it a goal to help a parent or grandparent to prevent any of the causes of Alzheimer’s or dementia. One of these causes, unbeknownst to many, may commonly be hearing loss. Recent studies conducted at the University of Washington’s Department of Medicine found that out of 100 patients with Alzheimer’s, 83 patients had a hearing... Read More

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