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Health and Wellness

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How Hearing Loss Increases Injury Risk and What Unions Can Do About It

September 26, 2025

8 min read

Hearing loss raises the risk of falls, traffic, and workplace injuries. Learn how unions can protect members through screening, PPE, and safety policies.

Health

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Making Training Accessible for Members with Hearing Loss

September 26, 2025

6 min read

Learn how unions and employers can make training accessible for workers with hearing loss through ADA compliance, assistive tech, and inclusive practices.

Health and Wellness

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Chemicals That Damage Hearing: What You Need to Know

September 25, 2025

7 min read

Learn how ototoxic chemicals damage hearing and balance, which substances pose risks, and how to protect yourself from permanent hearing loss.

Hearing Loss Education

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OTC vs. Prescription Hearing Aids: What Union Members Need to Know

September 25, 2025

7 min read

Understand the key differences between OTC and prescription hearing aids. Learn costs, pros and cons, and how union members can choose wisely.

Hearing Health

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Why Union Members Wait 10 Years to Treat Hearing Loss (And How to Help)

September 24, 2025

8 min read

Many union members wait ~10 years to treat hearing loss. Learn why delays happen and how unions can drive early screenings, education, and safer worksites.

Hearing and Hearing Aid Tips and Tricks

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OSHA’s Hearing Conservation Program: Requirements, Standards & Worker Rights

September 16, 2025

7 min read

Learn OSHA’s Hearing Conservation Program requirements, noise exposure limits, and worker rights to prevent job-related hearing loss.

Hearing Health

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Why Workers Don’t Wear Hearing Protection (And How to Change It)

September 4, 2025

7 min read

Over half of U.S. workers exposed to noise don’t wear hearing protection consistently. Learn why and how to reduce the risks of hearing loss.

Hearing Health

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Earwax Blockage: Causes, Symptoms, Safe Removal & Prevention Tips

July 1, 2025

7 min read

Learn how to recognize, treat, and prevent earwax blockage. Discover safe removal methods, when to see a doctor, and how hearing aids are affected.

Hearing Aid Tech

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How Much Do Hearing Aids Cost? A Complete Guide

June 5, 2025

9 min read

Wondering how much hearing aids cost in 2025? Explore average prices, what’s included, and how to save with insurance, financing, and smart shopping tips. In this guide, we’ll break down the true cost of hearing aids, what you’re actually paying for, and how to find the right fit for your needs and your budget.

Health and Wellness

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Crackling Sounds in the Ear: What They Mean and When to Worry

June 5, 2025

6 min read

Hearing a crackling or popping in your ear? Learn what causes crackling sounds, when to worry, and how to relieve symptoms at home. This guide will explain the most common causes of ear crackling, how to tell if it’s serious, and what you can do to treat or prevent it at home.