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What’s the Summer in Naples Like?

We get a lot of questions about what the summer in Naples is like. Usually, the questions are accompanied by a contorted face and furrowed brow. And, follow up questions abound: “Is it SO hot?” and “But, isn’t it SO hot?” and “You know how hot it is there, right?” But, what is the summer in Southwest Florida REALLY like? …

The Summer Bucket List

Have you heard? Creating a summer bucket list each year is ALL THE RAGE! At Decibels Audiology and Hearing Aid Center, we love making summer bucket lists with our families. Today, we would like to present you with a handy dandy guide for making one of your own for Summer 2019. Summer 2019: The Happiest Summer of Your Life Maybe …

As Our Season Comes to a Close

Summer is coming! Cue the warm feelings of nostalgia surrounding summer camp, road trips, rustic cabins, and delicious backyard food! As our busy season in Southwest Florida comes to a close, we would like to encourage our hearing healthcare patients and community members to do a few things before you start to embark on your summer adventures. First, as always …

Spring Break Visits and Hearing

Now that spring breaks are in full force around the country, it’s time to talk about all of the fun activities surrounding this time of year. And, it’s time to talk about the ways in which your hearing can impact the time you spend with your families. In Naples, Florida, the spring break time of year initiates visits from family …

Why Do People Lose Their Hearing?

What exactly is age-related hearing loss, and why do so many people experience this side effect of aging? (It’s true: approximately 35 million Americans suffer from some level of hearing loss.) What happens to our bodies as we age? Aging and Our Bodies It’s no secret — our bodies change as we age. Growing older involves lots of physical shifts, …

What Makes An Outstanding Audiologist?

You need hearing aids. Yes, YOU! You probably already know it. Your spouse or partner has probably told you a million times to get your hearing tested. And, you’ve noticed that you can’t really understand what people are saying to you as well as you’d like to. Many people, when looking at the possibility of investing in hearing devices, shop …

New Year // New You

Are you looking for a chance to begin again? Start making progress on some of the goals you have for your life? Well, you’re in luck! The new year begins tomorrow! Everyone loves the new year. It’s full of promise and excitement. It’s a clean slate. The new year offers the opportunity to set fabulous intentions and make some goals. …

Caring for Your Hearing Aids

So, you can now hear with the help of fabulous hearing aids. Amazing! Wonderful! Miraculous! You’re probably having the best time — attending Christmas concerts, rocking a few holiday parties, and generally being amazing in your everyday life. But, all of that awesome stands precariously in the balance. Your tiny devices hold great value. Yes, they are delicate. And, yes …