{"id":2026,"date":"2022-11-11T00:19:12","date_gmt":"2022-11-11T05:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entnova.com\/?p=2026"},"modified":"2022-11-11T00:19:13","modified_gmt":"2022-11-11T05:19:13","slug":"how-to-make-the-most-of-holiday-gatherings-with-hearing-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entnova.com\/how-to-make-the-most-of-holiday-gatherings-with-hearing-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make the Most of Holiday Gatherings With Hearing Aids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re struggling with hearing loss this holiday season, know that you\u2019re not alone. Research estimates that nearly 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing loss<\/a> can make it difficult to connect and engage during family get-togethers during the holidays. The good news is that using hearing aids, along with incorporating a few of the following listening tips, can help make these events less stressful and more joyful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Hearing Aids Make the Holidays Easier <\/h2>\n\n\n
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Modern hearing aids<\/a> don\u2019t just amplify sounds. They have the ability to filter out unwanted noise, such as the clanking of dishes or background music when you\u2019re out having a holiday happy hour at Green Pig Bistro<\/a>. This lets you better focus on what\u2019s really important, the conversations happening with your friends and loved ones at your table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice Good Communication Strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While using hearing aids is essential to better communication, it\u2019s still helpful to also practice communication strategies that can enhance your hearing abilities. These may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n