If you’re considering treating a hearing loss, you might be feeling overwhelmed by all of the options available to you. There’s so much information out there that it can be tough to know where to turn. And it seems like every website and blog tells you something different.  If this is you, don’t worry. And if you feel like you’re alone on your journey to better hearing, you’re not! Hearing loss is becoming an increasingly common condition. In fact, The World Health Organization predicts that the number of hearing loss cases will double by 2050. Millions of others are facing the same str ..read more

While most people can have a regular hearing test and get a quick diagnosis and treatment, occasionally, hearing loss can be difficult to detect and diagnose, even with a standard hearing test. You or a loved one may have partaken in a hearing evaluation and been told that hearing abilities are “within normal limits,” but hearing issues are still persisting, especially in noisy environments. This is called hidden hearing loss (HHL). What Is Hidden Hearing Loss? Hidden hearing loss refers to any type of hearing loss that is not detectable through routine diagnostic testing. The results of th ..read more

In times like this, I love my work and all the people who contribute to making our clinic and community what it is today. This was our first year organizing this event, and it went better than we could’ve imagined. It really brought out the best in people and opened up the lines of communication when it comes to healthy hearing. This contest was created to award a worthy member of our community a complimentary set of state-of-the-art hearing aids. We had tons of nominees and were moved by every single one of them. Although we have only one winner, we will continue to work with all the partic ..read more

Hearing is one of our most vital senses as it helps us connect to the world in a variety of different ways. It helps keep us safe from danger in the form of alarms, horns, and even a shout to “get out of the way” if a potential hazard is imminent. We also rely on the ability to hear a wide range of frequencies to communicate effectively with the people around us. As hearing loss becomes more pronounced, it makes it that much more difficult to pick up on these intricacies as certain sounds become incomprehensible. How to Protect Against Permanent Hearing Loss Although some degree of hearing ..read more

Hidden hearing loss, as the name would indicate, is typically tricky to identify due to the nature of the condition. Because hidden hearing loss is generally not detectable by standard testing, it can leave affected individuals baffled as to what the problem is. This can lead to the issue going untreated and continuing to deteriorate over time. So, what is hidden hearing loss exactly? You may be thinking, how is it possible that standard hearing tests are not able to pick up on this problem that is causing loss of hearing? Isn’t that what these tests are designed for? There are a couple of ..read more

The prevalence of remote work has increased tremendously over the past couple of years which involves many people having to make adjustments to accommodate this change. Attending virtual meetings on a regular basis is often required for people that work remotely full-time or in some sort of hybrid position. Virtual meetings can present problems for individuals with hearing loss depending on the platform being used and the behaviour of the attendees. How to Optimize Virtual Meetings for People with Hearing Loss There are several steps that can be taken to improve the virtual meeting experien ..read more

As we approach the holiday season, it can evoke mixed feelings for people with hearing loss. On one hand, it is an excellent opportunity to spend some quality time with family and friends. On the other hand, holiday gatherings can be quite stressful for those with hearing loss. Large groups and noisy environments can be especially difficult to handle as conversations are much harder to follow. In some cases, the anxiety and anticipation alone are enough to make individuals with hearing loss avoid holiday celebrations entirely. However, there are some helpful approaches that can be taken to h ..read more

Hearing loss comes in many different forms and can have a wide range of impacts on communication and daily activities. Imagine yourself at a cocktail party in a crowded room with numerous people competing to be heard amongst several simultaneous conversations. It can become very easy for one conversation to spill into another, making it difficult to discern similar words and sounds. In some cases, it’s not actually about distinguishing between sounds but different sounds blending together making the speech incomprehensible. This condition is often referred to as binaural pitch fusion. What ..read more

Headphones are an extremely popular item to be paired with the numerous devices we use on a daily basis. Whether they be used for exercise, commuting, or just listening to your favourite music, podcasts, or shows, they tend to get a lot of play in daily routines. We often associate noise-related hearing loss with people that have spent years working in a noisy environment. However, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) can occur at any age with fairly limited exposure to loud sounds. What is NIHL (Noise-Induced Hearing Loss)? Noise-Induced Hearing Loss occurs when the auditory hair cells in the ..read more

Hearing loss and depression are quite prevalent among older adults. Both of these conditions are often difficult to identify because they generally develop gradually and may not always be apparent to the afflicted individual. Various studies have shown a complex association between hearing loss and depression. Of course, the two conditions can occur separately, but research indicates an increased risk of depression for seniors with hearing loss. How Are Hearing Loss and Depression Linked? I’m sure it comes as no surprise that both hearing loss and depression are common conditions in adults ..read more