Hearing aids: Choices for every need
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Hearing aids gather and amplify sound so that the hair cells in the inner ear can convert sound waves into electrical signals which are transmitted to the brain and perceived as sound. The hearing aids contain two types of circuitry, conventional (analog) and digital, which provides more ways to change volume levels and process sound.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2003
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Endometrial ablation: Stop the bleeding
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A new procedure called endometrial ablation may safely and effectively reduce signs and symptoms of menorrhagia for women with excessive or prolonged bleeding problems known as menorrhagia. The most common endometrial ablation techniques include radiofrequency ablation, thermal balloon ablation and electrocautery.
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Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2003
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Fiber sources: Food and supplements
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Dietary fiber is an important part of a healthy, complete diet as it helps with regularity, digestion and staying lean. Fiber supplements are acceptable for long-term self-treatment of constipation.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2003
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