Hearing aids and brain health
Every day it seems there are new studies linking hearing to brain health. Furthermore, they all seem to agree that treating hearing loss can lead to better cognitive performance when compared to people with untreated…
Read MoreTwo ears vs. one: sound localization
Did you know that being able to tell what direction a sound is coming from depends on both ears working together? That’s right. Our ears combine the information coming from both sides in order to…
Read MoreBe kind to your ears this Canada Day weekend
Happy Canada Day weekend! The Holiday weekend is full of great events such as live music, fireworks, and parades. While these events provide good fun, they can also be hard on our ears. So, while…
Read MoreTips for adjusting to your hearing aids
So, you have just been fit with your hearing aids. Adapting to hearing new sounds can be a bit overwhelming at first. So, here are some tips to help you adjust to your new devices.…
Read MoreHow your hearing can affect your participation in healthcare
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that patients with hearing loss actively participated in their own healthcare less than those with no hearing loss. Those who reported ‘some…
Read MoreIf only people would stop mumbling
“If only people would stop mumbling I would be able to hear them.” Do you ever find yourself saying this? If so, you may have hearing loss. While it is true, some people do mumble,…
Read MoreCan you wear your hearing aids when you fly?
This is a question we get asked fairly often. The answer is yes, you can wear your hearing aids when you fly. What you may find is that the noise level on airplanes can be…
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