Hearing Loss

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Study finds 15 percent of people deal with tinnitus daily. Here's what to know about the hearing condition

Playing video games regularly can lead to hearing loss and tinnitus, study finds

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Hearing aids may help people live longer, but many who need them don't get treated

Hearing Aid Study

Loud sounds at movies and concerts can cause hearing loss, but there are ways to protect your ears

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988 suicide hotline now allows callers to use American Sign Language

Suicide Lifeline Deaf

Nearly half of young people listen to music too loudly; here's how to safely use headphones

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Say what? Hearing aids available over-the-counter for as low as $199

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Early hearing loss often caused by noisy environments, audiologists say

Noice-induced hearing loss

Opioid use, especially in large doses, can cause deafness, Rutgers study finds

Opioid use deafness

Apple will soon tell you to turn the music down

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Reminder to protect your hearing: Yes, you should be wearing earplugs at concerts

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Retired Marine, 35, from Philly sues, claiming defective earplugs caused permanent hearing loss

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Infant heart surgery patients often experience hearing loss, CHOP researchers find

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Cheaper over-the-counter hearing aids could be on the way

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