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Hearing Loss: Facts and Fiction - 7 Secrets to Better Hearing
Finally--- an easy-to-read book about hearing loss for the 48 million Americans who have hearing loss (possibly without even knowing it). Written by an ENT physician with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Frantz gives readers the tools they need to identify hearing loss and understand how to improve hearing. Readers will learn about hearing loss, recognize if they have hearing loss, understand how to communicate more effectively and learn how to navigate the often confusing hearing aid industry.
219 pages, Paperback
First published August 18, 2014
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April 5, 2015
One might anticipate that a book from a certified ear, nose and throat physician would include a promotion for hearing aids and an assessment of their pros and cons; but the second updated edition of Hearing Loss Facts and Fiction is actually so much more, and is recommended for any who either have hearing loss or know a friend or family member with such.
Chapters focus on how we hear, what happens during (and influences) hearing loss, and how to achieve better hearing through a combination of approaches.
Even more importantly, it provides plenty of tips on how to interact more effectively with those suffering from hearing loss, providing invaluable insights that include assessments of the pros and cons of various over-the-counter products, discussions of various ear conditions (such as ear wax) that can affect hearing, and options for affording hearing-improvement devices, from veteran's benefits to insurance.
The result is a wide-ranging discussion recommended for any who find hearing loss confusing and challenging.
Chapters focus on how we hear, what happens during (and influences) hearing loss, and how to achieve better hearing through a combination of approaches.
Even more importantly, it provides plenty of tips on how to interact more effectively with those suffering from hearing loss, providing invaluable insights that include assessments of the pros and cons of various over-the-counter products, discussions of various ear conditions (such as ear wax) that can affect hearing, and options for affording hearing-improvement devices, from veteran's benefits to insurance.
The result is a wide-ranging discussion recommended for any who find hearing loss confusing and challenging.
March 18, 2021
A good book covering the truth about hearing loss, as well as the fiction. It didn't help with my tinnitus, but a useful resource, nonetheless.
November 26, 2016
Goodreads First Reads Giveaway Book.
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Hearing Loss: Facts and Fiction - 7 Secrets to Better Hearing is an informative book about the causes of hearing loss and actions to improve hearing. It contains detailed information about what to do if you suspect having loss of hearing, which doctors to contact, questions to ask, and how to obtain hearing aids. The book is easy to understand, especially for those without medical knowledge about hearing.
The author Timothy Frantz is a certified Ear Nose Throat physician, speaker, and licensed hearing aid dispenser. He is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology, the American Medical Writers Association, the International Hearing Society and the Hearing Loss Association of America. It is obvious that the author’s experience and qualifications is evident in his book.
Hearing Loss is an excellent source for anyone who needs to shop for hearing aids.
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Hearing Loss: Facts and Fiction - 7 Secrets to Better Hearing is an informative book about the causes of hearing loss and actions to improve hearing. It contains detailed information about what to do if you suspect having loss of hearing, which doctors to contact, questions to ask, and how to obtain hearing aids. The book is easy to understand, especially for those without medical knowledge about hearing.
The author Timothy Frantz is a certified Ear Nose Throat physician, speaker, and licensed hearing aid dispenser. He is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology, the American Medical Writers Association, the International Hearing Society and the Hearing Loss Association of America. It is obvious that the author’s experience and qualifications is evident in his book.
Hearing Loss is an excellent source for anyone who needs to shop for hearing aids.
November 11, 2014
Giveaway winner. Easy read and reference guide.
April 6, 2017
Interesting book about hearing and hearing aids - great reading if you are thinking about getting a hearing aid.
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