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Take Five

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Every decibel counts. Research shows that for best outcomes, hearing aid volume should be within five decibels of the prescriptive targets. Dr. Wolfe and Dr. Caraway discuss the why precise volume matters and how to ensure hearing aids are operating within the prescribed range.

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