January 12, 2006 • ISSUE 63 / VOLUME 1

Hearing aids have boomers buzzing

New technology gives a solution to baby boomers with hearing loss

It is important for anyone over the age of 50 to have a hearing checkup once a year by a qualified professional.

It’s official. The age of the “Baby Boomers” as senior citizens is upon us. Who would have thought that the same folks pictured in Time magazine cavorting at Woodstock will soon be ready for social security? It gives new meaning to the adage “time flies.”

Baby Boomers evolved during a very interesting period in our history. They are the by-product of an industrialized society. They were weaned on “hard rock” music. It seems that they have been bombarded by loud noise their whole lives. As a result, they are far more prone to have a hearing loss than any generation before them. Because of their vast numbers, the market place has been catering to “boomers” for the past 40 years. It should come as no surprise that special new hearing aids have been developed just for them. Former president Bill Clinton is one such “boomer” benefiting from this new technology.

Different and better

These specialized hearing aids are very small and usually go unnoticed when worn. They are designed with sophisticated digital circuitry to enable the user to hear and understand conversation in all but the most difficult situations. They overcome many of the problems encountered by users of less sophisticated hearing aids. As a result of this new technology, you have a comfortable, discrete product that really helps you hear what you need to hear.

Help is here

Hearing loss, even a mild hearing loss, can be annoying and lead to miscommunication. This can lead to tension and misunderstanding. Who needs this added stress in their life?

It certainly doesn't have to be that way.

An offer you can’t refuse

It is important for anyone over the age of 50 to have an annual hearing checkup by a qualified hearing care professional. This service is offered free of charge by Ohana Hearing Care. Call 593-2137 today to schedule this important health care procedure.

It’s free, it’s easy and it’s a great idea. Copies of your test results will be given to you for your personal health care file. What better way to get the new year off to a good start? Free brochures about the new “baby boomer” hearing aids are also available. Call Ohana Hearing Care today if you would like more detailed information.