Celebrate ?Better Hearing and Speech Month? this May
(ContentDesk) May 2, 2004 -- May, 2004 is Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM).
One way to observe the event is to self-assess one's hearing.
Some indications of possible hearing loss are: ?
frequently asking others to repeat themselves ?
often turning toward a sound to hear it better ?
understanding people better when wearing glasses or looking directly at their faces ?
losing one's place in group conversations ?
keeping the volume on the radio or TV at a level that others say is too loud ?
experiencing pain or ringing in one's earsThis May, take time to notice these signs of hearing loss.
If they seem familiar, don't hesitate to seek help.
Early detection of hearing difficulties can improve quality of life
and ease the transition back to better hearing.
Don't be one of the many people who suffer alone, postpone treatment, or avoid the use of hearing aids.This information is brought to you by Songbird Hearing Inc., a privately held company from Cranbury, New Jersey. Started in 1997 to develop a line of disposable hearing aids, it has become a leader in improving hearing health.Their newest product is the Songbird 400 Hour Digital Hearing Aid, providing exceptional digital sound quality at $59 each.
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The Pros and Cons of Hearing Aids
Disposable hearing aids are designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
They are currently being marketed to aging baby boomers suffering from hearing loss.
Disposable hearing aids appeal to people who are not sure if they want to commit to wearing hearing aids and to those who are reluctant to invest in conventional hearing aids.
Disposable hearing aids usually cost between $40 and $50 each, whereas conventional hearing aids can cost up to $900 for a pair. Digital hearing aids are the most expensive, costing up to $5,000 for the latest pair. Since conventional hearing aids can last for about five years, they can work out to be cheaper than disposable hearing aids in the long run.
Unlike conventional hearing aids, they are not custom fitted.
They come in a various settings or prescriptions, selected to match the user's level of hearing loss.
A disposable hearing aid's batteries cannot be replaced.
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