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Hearing loss is the most prevalent injury among returning veterans today

March 25, 2013 Jessica Andrus

NBC News recently published the article below, shedding light on the ongoing issue of hearing loss in our veterans, and the negative effect on their health and wellness.

http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/11/13/14728839-hearing-loss-the-most-prevalent-injury-among-returning-veterans?lite

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