HEARING ADVICE AND TECHNOLOGY
Why Upgrade your Hearing?
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If you are aware that you are having difficulty hearing, it’s probably time for an upgrade. Don’t let the word…
Understanding Different Hearing Loss Tests
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Whether at home or in a doctor’s office, there can be numerous tests that used to find out if you…
The Connection Between Diabetes and Hearing Loss
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Diabetics suffer from several additional medical issues that often accompany the disease (comorbidities), one of those being hearing loss. A…
Listen Up: A Helpful Guide to Caring for your Ears
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Our ears are a sensitive and vital part of our body. It is important to be aware of the proper…
How Treating Hearing Loss Impacts the Quality of Life
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Hearing is a vital part of how we experience the world around us. All too often we take it for…
How Do Hearing Aids Work?
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Hearing is an aspect of everyday life that is easily taken for granted. The process of capturing sound as quiet…
How Colder Weather Might Affect Your Hearing Aid
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During the winter, the biggest threat to hearing aids is moisture. The problem with cold weather is that it often…
Hearing Aids and Brain Waves
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Although it may sound like science-fiction, researchers have had success using brainwaves and artificial intelligence to essentially determine what voice…
Dementia and Hearing Loss
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In the past decade several scientific studies have shown an association of hearing loss with onset of dementia. With one…
Communicating with People Who Have Difficulty Hearing
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People with hearing loss want to hear and be heard just like anyone else. Here are some simple steps you…
Eight Easy Ways to Protect Your Hearing
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Hearing loss can be attributed to a number of things, however age-related hearing loss is most common. With that being…
What Is Balance Disorder? The Connection Between Hearing and Balance
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Did you know that ears are not just for hearing? They are connected to other aspects of your health including…
Do Women and Men Hear Differently?
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Is your partner really listening to you — and if they are, can they hear you? Women often complain that…
Streaming and Video Conferencing With Hearing Aids: How It Works
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The difficulties and challenges one must face with hearing loss, go far beyond not being able to hear certain sounds…
How Often Should You Tune-up Your Hearing Aid?
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How well do you use and take care of your hearing aids? Like any device, hearing aids require regular maintenance…
4 Signs You May Have Tinnitus
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Do you often find yourself hearing ringing or whistling noises even when there’s no cause for them in your surroundings?…
7 Best Sounds to Help You Fall Asleep
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Many people prefer the comfort of some noise to lull them to sleep, rather than perfect silence. We know what…
How to Approach a Loved One About Their Hearing Loss
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Hearing loss is not easy for anyone. It can be a sensitive and challenging issue to discuss with someone. After…
How Should You Be Cleaning Your Ears?
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Earwax isn’t dirt or residue that needs to be removed from our bodies. Our ears produce it as a defence…
Benefits of Custom Earmoulds for Good Sleep
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How well do you sleep at night? Any light sleeper knows this struggle too well. Even the slightest noise can…
How to Wear a Face Mask With Your Hearing Aid
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Wearing a face mask has become essential during COVID-19. This measure is designed to protect those around us from the…
What to Expect When Getting an Ear Impression for a Custom Earmould
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A hearing loss diagnosis is understandably hard for those suffering from it and their loved ones who first noticed the…
How to Check If Your Hearing Aid Is Working Correctly
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Hearing loss is one of the most challenging physical conditions — unable to experience sound, affected persons have trouble communicating,…
How and When to Clean Every Type of Hearing Aid: a Guide to Hearing Aid Hygiene
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Hearing aids are an investment in your quality of life. As essential lifestyle technology, they need to function reliably 24/7,…
AI Hearing Aids: Uncovering the Basics of Personalized Hearing and Listening Support
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The applications for artificial intelligence (AI) are truly endless — and today, these go beyond traditional smart devices. Beyond leisure,…