Staying Healthy During Flu Season
The CDC states that the single best way to protect against the flu is immunization each year with the seasonal influenza vaccine. There are multiple options for immunization of patients. The most traditional is a standard dose trivalent vaccine that protects against 2 influenza A viruses and 1 influenza B virus. For more information regarding…
Surviving the Spring
The Spring season is here and if you are one that suffers from allergies it can cause an increase in your allergy symptoms. As you plan to spend more time outdoors remember some of the following things to reduce your pollen exposure: Keep windows closed in the home to prevent pollens or molds from drifting…
Educate Your Voice
April 16th is World Voice Day and the theme this year is to “educate” your voice. Take a minute today and visit the AAO-HNS World Voice Day website to learn more about your voice. The site will have information about how voice is produced, ways to maintain and protect your voice, and common problems that can affect your…
Helpful Tips for Communicating Effectively with a Hearing Impaired Person
Do you have a friend, family member or co-worker with hearing loss? Here are some helpful tips on how to communicate effectively with people who have a hearing impairement. Face the person: Individuals with hearing impairment rely heavily on visual cues to supplement what they hear. Such visual cues include lip-reading and body language. Also, facing…
