Headphones and earbuds: how bad are they?
Look around next time you are in public. Whether it be on the street, the bus, the mall, or the workplace, chances are you will see a fair number of people wearing earbuds or headphones.…
Read MoreHow noise can affect our dining experience
In our last post we discussed tips for hearing in noisy restuarants. Diffuculty communicating is the most obvious way noise affects our dining experience. But, did you know that noise may also affect our sense…
Read MoreTips for dining out
It probably comes as no shock that restaurants can be very noisy places. We have all likely had the experience of straining to hear someone across the table. This becomes even more difficult if you…
Read MoreCan permanent hearing loss be ‘cured by medication?
The short answer to the above question is not yet. However, research is moving us in that direction and hearing loss that was once thought permanent may be reversible one day. For example recent research…
Read MoreThe impact of hearing loss on the brain
For Brain Awareness Week (March 12-18) we thought we would highlight the impact of hearing loss on cognitive function. Several studies in recent years have shown a link between cognitive decline and hearing loss, with…
Read MoreHow do Roosters maintain their hearing?
For today’s blog we thought we would deviate a bit and give you some interesting animal facts. Now, if you have ever heard a Rooster crowing you know the sound can be quite loud. In…
Read MoreNot every hearing loss is the same
Hearing loss is complex: no two people are exactly the same. By extension there is no single treatment plan that will work for everyone. Have you ever heard someone say they do well with their…
Read MoreFactors that affect the price of hearing aids
Why do hearing aid prices vary? The answer is the technology and features various models come with. Like most electronics such as computers, different models will come with different features. The number and quality of…
Read MoreWhy hearing aids are not like glasses
If you have glasses you probably remember that moment when you were fit with your first pair: the moment the world came into focus. With glasses the improvement in our vision is often dramatic and…
Read MoreHow should I clean my ears?
Ever heard the saying don’t put anything smaller than your elbow in your ears? Well, it’s true for the most part. So, if that is the case, how do you get rid of irritating earwax?…
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