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Now Hear This! Free Hearing Screenings at LICH

When you call your child, does she seem to ignore you?  When you want to say something to your teen does he appear to tune you out?  And are the grandparents being difficult or can they truly not hear you?

From today’s ear buds to yesterday’s rock and roll blasts, many factors can contribute to hearing loss in people of all ages.  Noise-induced hearing loss is one culprit, but medication can be, as well.  Then again, perhaps your hearing is perfectly fine for your age.

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