{"id":771,"date":"2022-10-14T19:53:16","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T23:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/?p=771"},"modified":"2022-10-14T19:53:17","modified_gmt":"2022-10-14T23:53:17","slug":"learn-about-the-history-of-audiology-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/learn-about-the-history-of-audiology-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn About the History of Audiology Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Right now, audiologists are celebrating Audiology Awareness Month and encouraging you to take the initiative to care for your hearing health. In honor of Audiology Awareness Month, we\u2019re reviewing its history and how you can celebrate below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>History of Audiology Awareness Month<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hearing-ear-exam-01-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Hearing exam for elderly citizen people. Otolaryngologist doctor checking mature woman's ear using otoscope or auriscope at medical clinic\" class=\"wp-image-773\" width=\"286\" height=\"189\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Audiology Awareness Month was established by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.audiology.org\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Academy of Audiology (AAA)<\/a> back in 2008. The purpose of this month is to create public awareness of noise-induced hearing loss, how to prevent it and other ways to care for your hearing health. AAA hopes that observing Audiology Awareness Month will help eradicate cases of preventable hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AAA is the world\u2019s largest professional organization of, by and for audiologists, and they serve as the collective voice of audiology. They are committed to advancing the science, practice and accessibility of hearing and balance health care for all patients. Their mission is to provide quality hearing care services through professional development, education, research and increased public awareness of hearing and balance disorders. Audiology Awareness Month helps them fulfill this mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How You Can Celebrate Audiology Awareness Month<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some ways you can celebrate Audiology Awareness Month and care for your hearing health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Follow the 60\/60 rule. <\/strong>This rule applies when listening to music or other media through headphones or earbuds. It states you should listen at no more than 60% of the device\u2019s maximum volume for no more than 60 minutes at a time.<\/li><li><strong>Wear hearing protection.<\/strong> If you work in a noisy occupation, like at construction sites, or if you enjoy noisy hobbies, like attending concerts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.londonclubnaples.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The London Club<\/a>, be sure to always wear hearing protection. You can purchase disposable foam earplugs from stores or online, or order custom hearing protection from <span class=\"company-name \">Center For Hearing<\/span> for maximum comfort and protection.<\/li><li><strong>Get a <a href=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/hearing-loss\/hearing-loss-testing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing test<\/a>. <\/strong>It\u2019s important to identify hearing loss early so that it\u2019s easiest to treat. In addition, getting treatment can help prevent conditions such as social withdrawal, feelings of loneliness, depression, anxiety and even dementia.<\/li><li><strong>Invest in hearing aids.<\/strong> If a hearing test reveals you have hearing loss, make the investment in <a href=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/hearing-aids\/benefits-of-hearing-aids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing aids<\/a>. They\u2019ll improve your communication, strengthen your relationships and increase your overall quality of life.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to schedule an appointment, call <span class=\"company-name \">Center For Hearing<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/muffled-hearing-common-causes-and-solutions\/\" class=\"related-post\">Muffled Hearing: Common Causes and Solutions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/are-there-apps-for-tinnitus-management\/\" class=\"related-post\">Are There Apps for Tinnitus Management<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/napleshearing.com\/what-to-know-about-ototoxicity\/\" class=\"related-post\">What To Know About Ototoxicity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Right now, audiologists are celebrating Audiology Awareness Month and encouraging you to take the initiative to care for your hearing health. 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