Hearing Loss

One in three people older than 60 years of age have some degree of hearing loss and one in two people over the age of 85 will have hearing loss.  Hearing loss is related to the aging process, and it is a combination of changes to blood flow and the structures of the inner ear, […]

 On July 1st, we celebrate Canada Day.  As fun as this might be, it is important to remember that fireworks can reach up to 155 decibels.  To put this into perspective, this is louder than a jet plane taking off or a jackhammer. To ensure that you are enjoying the fireworks in the safest way possible,

 Holiday gatherings can be difficult for those with hearing loss. Keeping the people you love in the conversation and part of the celebration is one of the most meaningful things you can do this holiday season. Here are a few tips that will help you prepare for this Holiday Season and make it more enjoyable for

 Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home or remotely has gained popularity, with more people than ever shunning the daily commute into the office and working from the comfort of their sofa or home office.  Not only that, but lots of other services – some medical consultations, for example, have been moved

 Hearing impairment is a common health problem.  Hearing aids have come a long way in their development but there is still a significant number of people that could benefit from them but they have yet to try them. If you suspect that you have hearing loss, there is a good chance that you do, and

 There are several smoking and hearing facts:  Research shows smokers have a 70% greater chance of developing hearing loss compared to nonsmokers. Nonsmokers are twice as likely to develop hearing loss if they live with a smoker. The greater the number of cigarettes smoked, the greater your risk of developing hearing loss. If you work

A recent article by Tina Sieber (Sound Guys, 2021) reports on headphones and the relationship they may have with tinnitus. She states in the beginning of her article that both wireless headphones and earbuds are harmless when used responsibly.  What can give rise to tinnitus, however, is hearing loss. The problem with headphones is that people

Did your grandma ever mention to you to “never put anything bigger than your elbow in your ears”?  I, like so many of the patients we see every day, was surprised to learn that Q-tips are not meant to be used for ear cleaning. The box actually says “Warning: Do not insert swab into ear canal”,

If a spouse, family member or close friend is diagnosed with hearing loss, they will definitely  experience some dramatic changes to their way of life. There are steps you can take in order to help those you care about adjust to their hearing impairment; the most important is learning how to communicate with them in