The Cost of Hearing Loss
The cost of hearing loss to the Canadian economy could be in the tens of billions of dollars. A 2006 Australian study estimated that costs to that nation’s economy from hearing loss amounted to CAD$10.6…
Read Morewhen hearing loss occurs…
More than half of Canadians over the age of 65 will experience some degree of hearing loss. However, many people are now showing signs of hearing loss in their 30s and 40s! Although studies show…
Read MoreHearing Loss in Youth
Today’s Youth are at Risk of Significant Hearing Loss –At 85dB, you can listen to music for eight hours with no damage. But for every 3dB increase, cut that time in half. Four hours for…
Read MoreThe Danger of Noise Exposure
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) results from damage to the hair cells in the inner ear (cochlea). Once these cells are damaged they do not regenerate. The result of such damage includes
Read MoreCaring For Your Hearing Aids
In order to keep your hearing aids in good working order they should be cleaned on a regular basis. Below you will find some simple preventative maintenance tips to help keep you in tune with…
Read MoreTypes of Hearing Loss
Many people do not realize that not all hearing loss is the same. There are basically three types of hearing loss:
Read MoreDegrees of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can range from mild to profound. 0-25 dB Normal range of hearing 26-40 dB Mild hearing loss, difficulty hearing soft speech and some speech in noise. More serious for infants and young children who…
Read MoreSigns of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is usually gradual and subtle. Following are some symptoms that people often notice:
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