Don't miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday June 1st at 4:00pm ET on: Considerations for Atypical Hearing Losses The two leading causes of hearing loss in adults are age and excessive noise exposure. Both age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) and noise-induced hearing loss lead to high-frequency hearing loss in later adulthood. When fitting hearing aids to … Read more
Don't miss our next Better Hearing Webinar tomorrow, Wednesday July 6th, at 4:00pm ET on: Not Your (Grand)Mother's Hearing Aid! Recent Updates in Hearing Aid Technology Please join the UNC HCC's fourth year doctoral extern, Nicole Oldrati, and Doctor of Audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, tomorrow as they discuss recent updates and currently available tech features in … Read more
Be sure not to miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday August 10, 2022 at 4:00pm on Zoom. This month's topic will be focused on Tinnitus Management. The CDC estimates that nearly 50 million Americans experience some form of tinnitus or ringing in the ears. A quick google search online will show you thousands of … Read more
Our next Better Hearing Webinar begins tomorrow! Join us on Wednesday September 7, 2022, at 4:00pm on Zoom for a course on: Audiology 101! In this month's Better Hearing Webinar, UNC HCC Fourth Year Doctoral Extern, Zachary LaBarth, and Doctor of Audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, will discuss what you need to know about hearing loss treatment for … Read more
UNC HCC Virtual Learning Opportunity! The Caregivers' Guide to Hearing Aid Management Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday October 12, 2022, at 4:00pm on "The Caregivers' Guide to Hearing Aid Management." Do you or does someone you know help care for a loved one's hearing aids? Or maybe you work in a CCRC … Read more
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday November 2, 2022, at 4:00pm for a discussion on Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids.Over-the-counter hearing aids are a new class of hearing aid which were recently approved by the FDA for treating perceived mild to moderate hearing loss in adults. While the addition of OTC devices is an … Read more
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday February 1st, 2023 at 4:00pm for a discussion on balance & hearing titled The Vestibular System: the Inner Ear's Other Half Did you know that audiologists are specialists with advanced degrees in both hearing and balance? Our inner ears are responsible for hearing the sounds around us … Read more
You're invited to attend a Listening Lab at our office on Tuesday, February 14th, 2023. Morning and afternoon appointments are available!Thinking about upgrading your technology or considering hearing aids for the first time? Our Listening Lab is free to attend, providing you a personalized listening experience with the latest in hearing technology. All technology will … Read more
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday March 1st, 2023, at 4:00pm for a discussion on:Lipreading & Other Communication Enhancing Techniques Good communication is essential for creating and maintaining connections with the people around us. A difficult listening environment and/or living with hearing loss can cause confusion and frustration when misunderstandings occur. Please … Read more
Concerned about your hearing? Sign up for a free 10-minute hearing test and consultation to determine if you might benefit from a full hearing evaluation. Patricia Johnson, AuD, of the UNC Hearing and Communication Center will conduct the screenings. The UNC Center offers a wide range of hearing services including complete diagnostic evaluations, aural rehabilitation, and a … Read more