One Day Without Sound Brings Greater Attention To Needs Of Hearing Impaired

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One Day Without Sound Brings Greater Attention To Needs Of Hearing Impaired

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Many of us get annual physicals or get our eyes checked, but how often do you check your hearing? For most people, it’s not until you notice a problem, but then it’s too late. 

Tuesday is “One Day Without Sound” when the Miracle Ear Foundation encourages people to wear ear plugs to protect your ears from hearing loss, and better understand what hearing impaired people deal with every day. 

Hearing Instrument Specialist Alanna Glomb gives Jenn White tips on how to protect your hearing, and also explains why more younger people are experiencing hearing loss.