Hearing Loss Education

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.

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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.

Hearing Loss Education

When Is Hearing Loss OSHA-Recordable?

September 26, 2025

6 min read

Learn when hearing loss becomes OSHA-recordable, including STS thresholds, work-related criteria, and compliance rules for OSHA 300 log reporting.

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

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.

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Are Your Members Covered? The Truth About Hearing Aid Benefits

September 25, 2025

8 min read

Learn the truth about hearing aid benefits. Understand Medicare, Medicaid, private, and union coverage, plus ways to save on costs.

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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.

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Scheduling Audiograms Without Hassle: OSHA-Ready Solutions for Workers

September 23, 2025

6 min read

Make OSHA audiograms easy to schedule with mobile testing, union coordination, and clear planning that fits shift work.

Hearing Health

Risk of Hearing Loss on the Job

September 17, 2025

6 min read

Workplace noise puts millions of workers at risk for hearing loss. Learn about safety hazards, OSHA compliance, and protective solutions.

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.

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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.

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.

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What Is Earwax? Causes, Cleaning Tips, and When to See a Doctor

June 5, 2025

6 min read

Learn what earwax is, why it forms, how to clean it safely, and when it could signal a blockage or hearing concern.

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What Causes Hearing Loss?

May 29, 2025

8 min read

Whether caused by aging, noise exposure, or underlying health conditions, hearing loss can affect relationships, mental health, and day-to-day communication. In this guide, we’ll explore the different types of hearing loss, what causes it, how to identify it early, and what treatments can help you hear more clearly.

Hearing Loss Education

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What Is Tinnitus?

May 29, 2025

7 min read

Learn what causes tinnitus, how it affects your hearing, and what treatments or techniques can help reduce the ringing in your ears.

Hearing Aid Industry and Costs

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Choosing the Right Hearing Aids

May 22, 2025

9 min read

Learn how to choose the right hearing aids for your needs. Explore types, features, and what to expect when you start using them.

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Myth Busters: Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids

April 3, 2024

3 min read

Navigating the world of hearing loss and deafness can be a bit mysterious. Let’s take a look at common myths and get you headed on the right track!