Summer 2014

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HAMDEN - MAIN OFFICE2661 Dixwell AvenueHamden, CT 06518

(203) 287-9915NORWALK OFFICE

148 East Avenue, Suite 3LNorwalk, CT 06851

(203) 853-3399BRANFORD OFFICE11 Harrison AvenueBranford, CT 06405

(203) 287-9915BRISTOL OFFICE

291 Queen St.Bristol, CT 06010(860) 585-6000

WATERBURY OFFICE171 Grandview Avenue, Suite 203

Waterbury, CT 06708(203) 754-0402

NEWINGTON OFFICEInside TotalVision

485 Willard AvenueNewington, CT 06111

(860) 999-2225MERIDEN OFFICE

1064 East Main StreetMeriden, CT 06450

(203) 639-1641

info@hearingbalance.com www.hearingbalance.com

Our MissonAt Hearing, Balance and Speech Center our team of highly trained and exceptionally friendly professionals are committed to providing first-rate patient care. For 25 years we’ve been servicing the Connecticut community by helping them not only hear better, but also to live better.

any people believe that hearing loss is an inevitable part of the aging process and

many consider it a condition that can be dealt with passively.

However, new research studies have shown that there are consequences to untreated hearing loss than can have a far greater impact than ever thought.

Dementia and Alzheimer’s – John Hopkins University conducted a study that showed accelerated rates of shrinkage of grey matter in the brain, which is responsible for processing sound and speech in addition to memory and sensory integration.

Falls – A study conducted by Dr. Frank Lin and the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that participants ages 40-69 showed that people with a mild hearing loss (25 decibels) were nearly three times as likely have a history of falling. Every additional 10db of lost hearing increased the likelihood of falling by 1.4 times.

Cardiovascular – Framingham Study by Boston College found a significant association between low frequency hearing loss and cardiovascular disease. Low frequency hearing loss was associated to intracranial vascular pathology (stroke and TIA), peripheral vascular disease, coronary artery disease and myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Dr. Natan Bauman Practice Owner and Audiologist

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Why You Should Treat Your Hearing Loss Sooner, Rather than LaterBy Dr. Natan Bauman, Ed.D., M.S., Eng., FAAA

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Regular checks on your hearing aids are important to keep them in proper working condition.

Call our front office at 203-287-9915 to schedule your clean and check!

Resound Accessory Training ClassIn this one hour Training Course, you’ll receive:

• Handsoninstructionfor the following ReSound Unite Accessories: Remote, TV Streamer, Mini Microphone and Phone Clip

• Individualizedattentionwith limitedclasssize

July 17th, 11 am - 12 pmAugust 14th, 1 pm - 2 pmSeptember 11th, 2 pm - 3 pm

To register, call (203) 287-9915. Training clases are held at the Hamden location:

2661 Dixwell AvenueHamden, CT 06518

What’s Happening at HBS

OWalk4Hearing

n behalf of Team Hearing, Balance and Speech Center we’d like to take

a moment to say thank you so much for coming out to support the Hartford Walk4Hearing.

It was a great day filled with excitement. The Hartford Walk4Hearing raised over $80,000 to support programs and services in the Hartford area. Team HBS raised $550, so a BIG thank you for the generous support of our family, friends and patients.

Clean & CheckHave you had your 3-Month Clean & Check Appointment?

June 8th – Janice Howard volunteered for the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes event where she performed hearing tests for the athletes.

June – Dr. Bauman taught two conferences in Chicago for the Tinnitus Practitioners Association.

June 18th – Dr. Bauman presented at the New Haven Senior Network about Hearing and the Brain.

On August 4th Dr. Bauman will be on the Faith Middleton Show to discuss Seth Horowitz’s book “The Universal Sense: How Hearing Shapes the Mind.”

Diabetes – The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that people with Type 2 diabetes were 2.51 times more likely to have a hearing loss.

With those kinds of statistics people with an untreated hearing loss should do something sooner, rather than later. Hearing loss is a condition that can be treated with hearing aids. A hearing healthcare professional will be able to conduct a hearing test and evaluation for hearing aids. Not only will this improve overall health, but also quality of life.

ReferencesBainbridge, K., Hoffman, H., Cowie, C. July 2011. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1999-2004: Risk Factors for Hearing Impairment Among U.S. Adults with Diabetes. Diabetes Care, Volume 34.

Mosicicki, E., Elkins, E., Baurn, H., McNarnara, P. July/August 1985. Hearing Loss in the Elderly: An Epidemiologic Study of the Framingham Heart Study Cohort. Ear and Hearing, Volume 6 Issue 4.

Johns Hopkins. (2014, January 22). Hearing Loss Linked to Accelerated Brain Tissue Loss. http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/media/releases/hearing_loss_linked_to_accelerated_brain_tissue_loss_

Johns Hopkins. (2012, February 27). Hearing Loss Linked to Three-Fold Risk of Falling. http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/media/releases/hearing_loss_linked_to_three_fold_risk_of_falling.

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Clean & CheckHave you had your 3-Month Clean & Check Appointment?

Healthy MindBrain Training Soduko

Answer Key

Refer a friend or family member and when they purchase hearing aids, you’ll

Receive a

$50Stop & Shop Gift Card

– OR –

FREE6-Month Supply

of PowerOne BatteriesReferral must provide your name during their appointment.

Exp. August 29, 2014

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Have You Heard AboutOur Referral Program?

ou understand the importance of your hearing health. It impacts every aspect of everyday living. So when a family member or

friend mentions they’re having trouble with their hearing you feel confident in recommending us.

Refer a friend or family member and when they purchase hearing aids you’ll receive a $50 Stop and Shop Gift Card or a 6 month supply of PowerOne batteries for your own hearing aids!

It’s our way of saying “Thanks” for putting your trust in us!

Welcome Richard Cipolla r. Cipolla is a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist in the state of Connecticut

and Massachusetts.

For over twenty years Richard has been restoring his patient’s ability to participate in life allowing them to hear clearly once again. What Richard loves most about his profession is witnessing life changing moments when a patient is able to communicate with their loved ones. His ability to understand a patient’s individual needs and provide them with the best hearing care solution available is a specialty he prides himself on. Richard will be covering our Hamden, Newington and Bristol offices.

Richard not only has a strong commitment to his work, but to his family as well. He has been married to his wife for almost 40 years and they enjoy the company of their three children, four grandchildren and two Siamese cats, Lily and Paloma.

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Triple Fruit Smoothie

Ingredients1 kiwi, sliced1 banana, peeled and chopped1/2 cup blueberries1 cup strawberries1 cup ice cubes1/2 cup orange juice1 (8 ounce) container peach yogurt

DirectionsIn a blender, blend the kiwi, banana, blueberries, strawberries, ice, orange juice, and yogurt until smooth.

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Why You Should Treat Your Hearing Loss Sooner, Rather than Later What’s Happening at HBSWalk4Hearing Have You Heard About Our Referral Program?Welcome Richard CipollaHealthy EatsHealthy MindMeet Our Staff

Contact Information:1-800-HEAR-IT-1

Fax: (203) 230-1063info@hearingbalance.comwww.hearingbalance.com

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Locations:HAMDEN

NORWALKBRANFORD

BRISTOL WATERBURYNEWINGTON

MERIDEN

Meet Our Staff

Dr. Natan Bauman Practice Owner and Audiologist

Ed.D., M.S., Eng., FAAA

Richard CipollaHearing Instrument Specialist

HIS

Janice HowardAudiologistM.A., CCC-A

Dr. Zelda ShleiferDoctor of Audiology

Au.D., CCC-A

Benton Taylor Hearing Instrument Specialist

NBC-HIS

Front Office StaffFran Kennedy

Vice President of Administration

Michelle Stark-AbbottVice President of Operations

Jennifer Riccio Medical Biller

Mary Levandoski Front Desk Receptionist

Anna CollinsFront Desk Receptionist

Debra Giannini Medical Reports Typist

The audiologists, hearing aid specialists, and office staff at the Hearing, Balance and Speech Center are highly-trained and exceptionally friendly. We understand that for many, visiting a healthcare provider can be a stressful experience. Our comfortable surroundings and compassionate staff of professionals will ease your fears.

Did You Know?Our center is well known for its ability to develop innovative methods for helping those who are hard of hearing. HBS is the birthplace of the most popular style of hearing aid on the market, the Receiver-in-the-Ear, patented by Dr. Natan Bauman!

2661 Dixwell AvenueHamden, CT 06518