VOCAL MISUSE AND OVERUSE FROM DUKEHEALTH.ORG

Treat your voice as though you were an athlete training for a  marathon.  You've got to warm up  the vocal cords before singing or speaking, just as a dancer or runner  would.  This article by DukeHealth  has some easy, simple suggestions.  

                                       Cheers, Beth

Vocal misuse is using the voice in a way that causes it to be injured, such as yelling or loud talking.  Read more at:
http://www.dukehealth.org/services/voice_care_center/care_guides/voice_hygiene/vocal_misuse

If you'd like monthly tips on keeping your voice healthy, here
are more resources from All About Voice.

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