Is hearing loss preventable?
60% of childhood hearing loss is due to preventable causes such as:
đź‘‚Ear infections
đź‘‚Influenza
đź‘‚Loud sounds (especially music)
đź‘‚Head trauma
To avoid some of this causes for hearing loss, make sure your child...
❤️ wears a helmet while biking (skating, etc...)
❤️ is listening to their music at an appropriate volume. Some devices allow you to limit how high the volume can go!
❤️ gets their annual flu shot.
❤️ is treated for ear infections.
If you believe your child is showing signs of hearing loss, call our office (East Providence or Warwick) to get an appointment with one of our specialists. Hearing loss is not always permanent, and may be improved with the proper care. 🩺❤️👂
East Providence: 401-435-5355
Warwick: 401-921-0181