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Hearing Loss Is No Laughing Matter Hearing loss affects more than just your ears: it can have a profound effect on the rest of your life. You could feel like you are missing things at work. You could feel uncomfortable in social situations. You could even feel stressed or depressed and have no idea why. The fact is that hearing loss disconnects you from the world around you – which can make you feel like something deeper is going on physically or mentally. That was the case for me. I got my hearing tested after I noticed that people often had to repeat things to me. Also, my wife pointed out that I kept turning up the volume on the TV. The simple test revealed hearing loss. Working in construction, riding motorcycles, woodworking and other loud activities had taken a toll on my hearing. • If you notice any of these signs of hearing loss, it’s time to get tested: • Do you think people are mumbling or ask them to repeat themselves a lot? There is one simple way to find out whether the problem is hearing loss or something else: get your hearing tested. • Do you have trouble follow- ing conversations – especially in noisy places? • Do you have a hard time Everyone over age 25 should have their hearing tested at least once every five years. A hearing test is recommended more often for those who are over age 55 and those who have been exposed to loud noises through work or hobbies. hearing the voices of women and small children? • Do others around you think you listen to the radio or TV too loud? Hearing aids worth wearing. • • • • • • ZOUNDS OF FISHERS 11852 Allisonville Rd. Fishers, IN 317-5ZOUNDS (317-596-8637) Even if you don’t need hearing aids, a hearing test will give you a baseline measurement that allows you to monitor changes in your hearing over time. Also, be sure to wear hearing protection whenever you’re exposed to loud noise or extremely low or high frequencies. Protect your hearing today so that you can keep enjoying your favorite activities and friendships tomorrow. Marty Wood is the owner of Zounds of Fishers, a hearing center located at 11852 Allisonville Road. The Fishers center has been open for one year. Two new Zounds Hearing Centers are celebrating their grand opening this summer in the Indianapolis area. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 317-5-ZOUNDS. Z m oun w os ds ea t c ® re om h a rs of mo s su tr n c cc ad o e iti m ed on pl ed al ain in he ts so ar am lv in o in g ng g ai th ds e ! We’ve all seen and heard jokes about hearing loss. However, when it happens to you, it’s no laughing matter. Fully rechargeable - never buy batteries again Background noise reduced by up to 90% Remote control programmable Amazing voice/sound clarity Eliminates squeals/whistling Same day fitting Call for a no cost hearing evaluation and complimentary cleaning of your current aids! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Sign Up For Your Free Digital Version At IndyBoomer.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 31