How School Hearing Screenings Benefit Your Child
When children step into the classroom, their ability to hear clearly plays a massive role in their education. From listening to teachers explain new concepts to laughing with friends during recess, good hearing helps kids thrive. That’s why many schools conduct regular hearing screenings. Texas mandates in-school screenings at the following intervals: Let’s examine why…
How Are Sun Exposure and Hearing Loss Connected?
Excessive unprotected exposure to the sun’s rays can put you at risk of skin cancer, photoaging and damage to the skin, eyes and immune system. One infrequently discussed side effect of excess sun exposure is hearing damage or loss. While getting your daily dose of vitamin D is important, knowing how the sun’s UV rays…