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Audiology is a challenging career option consistently rated as a top job choice each year. Since May is Better Speech and Hearing Month, I wanted to highlight the wonderful profession of [...]

The hustle-bustle of the holiday season is upon us! Stores are playing festive jingles and offering sweet treats at every corner. From decorating our homes to planning parties, our days are busy. [...]

Communication is an important and powerful tool that either strengthens or harms your relationships with others. When hearing starts to fail, so does your ability to communicate. The following [...]

What Summer Sounds Can Damage Your Hearing? Buzzing lawn mowers, booming sporting event speakers (and yelling fans), rowdy outdoor concerts, and crackling fireworks–these are welcome summer [...]

“I used to worry about my dad. I live out of state and call home weekly. On the phone, Dad didn’t seem like himself. He was aloof and sometimes unresponsive. I used to worry that he wasn’t [...]

Hello, Better Hearing and Speech Month! At Schwab Audiology, I am passionate about educating Aberdeen on the importance of hearing health. One of the simple ways I can do this is by sharing who I [...]

If you or someone you love has diabetes you are probably aware that diabetes causes small blood vessel disease. What happens is blood vessels weaken and slow the flow of blood through the body [...]

“Are your hobbies noisy?” “Yes, I do a lot of yard work, and I also enjoy woodworking. Will that affect my hearing?” As an audiologist with five years of experience, I have started to notice [...]

Two of the biggest misconceptions about hearing aids is that they are all the same and that you should search for the best bargain you can find. These misconceptions are dangerous because they [...]

Myth: Hearing loss is a direct result of the aging process. By far, this is one of the most common myths my patients believe. They ask me, “Is my hearing normal for my age?” I reply, “Whether [...]