{"id":5828,"date":"2018-11-29T23:00:29","date_gmt":"2018-11-29T23:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/?p=5828"},"modified":"2022-06-07T12:40:29","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T19:40:29","slug":"holiday-travel-with-hearing-aids-dos-and-donts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/holiday-travel-with-hearing-aids-dos-and-donts\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\" : \"http:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\" : \"Article\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n         \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n         \"@id\": \"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/holiday-travel-with-hearing-aids-dos-and-donts\/\"\n},\n  \"name\" : \"Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts\",\n  \"author\" : {\n    \"@type\" : \"Organization\",\n    \"name\" : \"Arizona Hearing Specialists \"\n  },\n  \"datePublished\" : \"2018-11-29\",\/\/ Date format is yyyy-mm-dd\n  \"dateModified\" : \"2018-11-29\",\/\/ Date format is yyyy-mm-dd\n  \"image\": { \n\"@type\": \"ImageObject\", \n\"url\": \"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/traveling-airport.jpeg\", \n\"width\": 696, \n\"height\": 100 \n},\n  \"articleSection\" : \"Regardless of the miles you\u2019re traveling, if you wear hearing aids a few extra precautions will ensure a smooth traveling experience.\",\n  \"articleBody\" : \"It\u2019s the holiday season, and you know what that means: we are going to be bombarded with \u201cLittle Drummer Boy\u201d on the radio three or four times a day for the next month. It\u2019s enough to bring out the Grinch in even those people whose hearts are already pretty big. Thankfully, it\u2019s not all pa-rum-pum-pum-pum; many in Tucson will be traveling for the holidays, visiting distant relatives in exotic locales. Or Phoenix. Regardless of the miles you\u2019re traveling, if you wear hearing aids a few extra precautions before loading up the family truckster or flying the friendly skies will ensure a smooth traveling experience.\",\n  \"url\" : \"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/holiday-travel-with-hearing-aids-dos-and-donts\/\",\n  \"headline\" : \"Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts\",\n  \"publisher\" : {\n    \"@type\" : \"Organization\",\n    \"name\" : \"Arizona Hearing Specialists \",\n    \"logo\": { \n\"@type\": \"ImageObject\", \n\"url\": \"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\", \n\"width\": 100, \n\"height\": 60 \n}\n  }\n}\n<\/script><br \/>\nIt\u2019s the holiday season, and you know what that means: we are going to be bombarded with \u201cLittle Drummer Boy\u201d on the radio three or four times a day for the next month. It\u2019s enough to bring out the Grinch in even those people whose hearts are already pretty big. Thankfully, it\u2019s not all <em>pa-rum-pum-pum-pum<\/em>; many in Tucson will be traveling for the holidays, visiting distant relatives in exotic locales. Or Phoenix. Regardless of the miles you\u2019re traveling, if you wear <strong>hearing aids<\/strong> a few extra precautions before loading up the family truckster or flying the friendly skies will ensure a smooth traveling experience.<\/p>\n<h2>Hearing Aid Travel Do\u2019s<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traveling with hearing\" src=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/traveling-airport-256x256.jpeg\" alt=\"Airplane sitting on the runway \" width=\"256\" height=\"256\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-5829\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When traveling with <a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/hearing-aids\/\" title=\"Hearing aids | Arizona Hearing\">hearing aids<\/a>, DO follow these tips.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bring plenty of batteries. <\/strong>The holidays are filled with lively conversation. You won\u2019t want to miss out, so be sure to pack plenty of extra <a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-repair-service\/\" title=\"batteries | Arizona Hearing\">batteries<\/a>. Make sure to store them in a waterproof container and avoid exposing them to temperature extremes to ensure they will perform optimally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Buy a dehumidifier.<\/strong> Humidity isn\u2019t much of a problem in Tucson, but if you\u2019re traveling someplace with a wetter climate \u2013 Florida and Seattle are two places that come to mind \u2013 you\u2019ll need to protect your hearing aids from moisture. A dehumidifier is a low-cost investment that will remove moisture and wax from your hearing aids overnight, keeping them in good working condition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pack a waterproof case.<\/strong> The dehumidifier keeps your hearing aids dry while you sleep, but if you\u2019re going to be out in the rain or snow or lounging poolside or on a beach, a waterproof case will prevent moisture from damaging your hearing aids during the daytime.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use every tool available for successful communication.<\/strong> Communication with strangers in airports, hotels, and restaurants can be tough when they are not used to dealing with people who are hearing-impaired. This is doubly true when traveling to a foreign country, where language difficulties can further compound the problem. Printing up documents in advance and utilizing your smartphone for texting and apps will go a long way toward making your trip more pleasurable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hearing Aid Travel Don\u2019ts<\/h2>\n<p>When traveling with hearing aids, DON\u2019T do any of the following.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leave your hearing aids out at night. <\/strong>At home, it\u2019s doubtful you leave your hearing aids lying on a nightstand \u2013 you probably keep them in a protective case to prevent exposing them to dust, dirt, and moisture. Follow the same procedure when traveling by keeping them in their protective case. Avoid storing them near a heater, which could cause them to melt or damage the internal circuitry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove your hearing aids in the airport.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsa.gov\/travel\/special-procedures?field_disability_type_value=2%20\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TSA | tsa.gov\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSA<\/a> recommends wearing your hearing aids while traveling through security. X-ray equipment is unlikely to harm your aids and taking them out could lead to loss or damage. Make sure to let the security agent know you are wearing hearing aids just in case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pack your hearing aids in checked baggage.<\/strong> Let\u2019s face it, the airlines don\u2019t have a great track record when it comes to checked baggage. To prevent the possibility of loss or damage, be sure to pack your hearing aids and accessories in your carry-on luggage instead. Consider packing extra batteries in a different carry-on bag, such as a purse or backpack, just in case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ease up on your cleaning routine.<\/strong> Just because you\u2019re on vacation doesn\u2019t mean you should be any less diligent in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/help\/hearing-aids\/cleaning\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"daily cleaning regimen | healthyhearing.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">daily cleaning regimen<\/a>. It\u2019s the best way to ensure your hearing aids operate efficiently during your trip, ensuring many lasting memories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/about\/\" title=\"Tucson audiologist | Arizona Hearing\">Tucson audiologist<\/a> can provide you with additional tips for traveling safely with your hearing aids over the holidays. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div>\n<h3>Related Hearing Aids Posts:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/fitting-your-hearing-aids\/\" title=\"Fitting Your Hearing Aids\"><strong>Fitting Your Hearing Aids<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/how-can-i-know-if-i-need-hearing-aids\/\" title=\"How Can I Know If I Need Hearing Aids?\"><strong>How Can I Know If I Need Hearing Aids?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/hearing-aid-repair\/\" title=\"Hearing Aid Repair\"><strong>Hearing Aid Repair<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Our Office Locations<\/h3>\n<div style=\"width: 30%; padding: 0 5px 0 0; float: left; font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Arizona+Hearing+Specialists\/@32.3439187,-111.0116971,15z\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xc0154f96a0107b7b?ved=2ahUKEwjKjarb-LHfAhUYITQIHZilDh4Q_BIwGnoECAYQCA\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Audiologist on La Cholla Blvd map directions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Tucson &#8211; Northwest<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n7574 N La Cholla Blvd<br \/>\nTucson, AZ 85741<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 33%; padding: 0 5px 0 0; float: left; font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Arizona+Hearing+Specialists\/@32.3093774,-110.8438898,15z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x7b63db85452debb3!8m2!3d32.3093774!4d-110.8438898\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Audiologist on Sunrise Dr map directions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Tucson &#8211; Ventana\/Foothills<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n6969 E Sunrise Dr, #200<br \/>\nTucson, AZ 85750<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 36%; padding: 0 5px 0 0; float: left; font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/512+E+White+House+Canyon+Rd+%23196,+Green+Valley,+AZ+85614\/@31.85541,-110.9778603,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x86d684952415be67:0x48956939c2e8f66e!8m2!3d31.85541!4d-110.9756716\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Audiologist on White House Canyon Rd map directions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Green Valley<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n512 E White House Canyon Rd, #196<br \/>\nGreen Valley, AZ 85614<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s the holiday season, and you know what that means: we are going to be bombarded with \u201cLittle Drummer Boy\u201d on the radio three or four times a day for the next month. 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