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What’s the Link between Zika Virus and Hearing Loss?
Brazil first notified the World Health Organization (WHO) of samples testing positive for the Zika virus in April, 2015.
Increases in Diabetes Could Mean Increases in Hearing Loss
In our blog we’ve talked about the links between diabetes and hearing loss in the past. This year the World Health Organization’s (WHO) campaign to focus on ways to prevent diabetes worldwide is the theme for World Health Day.
One Veteran Helps Another Veteran Receive the Gift of Better Hearing
We recently had the opportunity to talk to retired Canadian Forces Lieutenant-General, Walter Semianiw. He spoke with Hearing Solutions about…
Treating Hearing Loss Improves Brain Health
With Brain Awareness Week upon us it’s only fitting to talk about how hearing loss affects the brain. Treating hearing…
INFOGRAPHIC: Hearing Loss May Signal Other Important Health Issues
Many people don’t have a hearing test for the first time until they’re well into adulthood. Some may say that’s an indication of how much importance we place on our hearing health.
The Effects of Cancer and Treatment on Your Hearing Health
It’s World Cancer Day and there are probably not too many people who can say their life hasn’t been touched, directly or…
Does Hearing Loss Affect Your Driving Skills?
We know what effect not being able to see can have on our driving ability. But what effect can hearing…
Everyday Tips to Take Care of Your Hearing
The ability to hear things is most often a sense we take for granted from the time of birth. We’re…
INFOGRAPHIC: Guide to Safeguarding the Hearing of Staff in Loud Environments
There are about 2.2 million door supervisors and bouncers working in the [bar and club] industry and just as many bar staff and waitresses.
Smoking Less Could Decrease Your Risk of Hearing Loss
Research has shown that people who smoke cigarettes may increase their risk of hearing loss. The risk to those inhaling…
Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Their Link to Hearing Loss
According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada 747,000 Canadians were living with the disease and other dementias in 2011, which represents 14.9% of Canadians 65 years old and older.
Is the Cost of Hearing Aids Too High?
Is the cost of better hearing health breaking your wallet? We often compare wearing hearing aids to wearing glasses, since…
Effects Related to Wind Turbine Noise Exposure: a Systematic Review
Wind turbine noise exposure and suspected health-related effects thereof have attracted substantial attention. Various symptoms such as sleep-related problems, headache, tinnitus and vertigo…
Can Exercise Help You Hear Better?
It has long been suspected that a lack of blood flow to the inner ear and parts of the brain…
Stu Nunnery’s Journey from Music to Hearing Loss to Music… Again!
Stu Nunnery is probably best known for his music released in the 1970s. If you remember his music or recently discovered some old recordings on YouTube or your parents’ attic, you’re probably thinking what…
What is Aural Rehabilitation?
Aural Rehabilitation is the technical term used for the ongoing counselling and education process required to assist hard-of-hearing people learn how…
National Seniors Day
“Aging is quickly changing our world, especially in developed countries such as Canada. There is no doubt that in many…
Acupuncture Therapy for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Acupuncture has commonly been used in China, either alone or in combination with Western medicine, to treat sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL).
Multiple Sclerosis and Hearing Loss
Although rare, sudden hearing loss can be the first sign of multiple sclerosis.
Meningitis and Hearing Loss
Young people under the age of 20 and adults over the age of 55 are at high risk for meningitis,…
Can Some Medicines Cause Hearing Loss?
The link between antibiotics and hearing loss was first recognized in a drug used to cure tuberculosis called streptomycin, which…
What is Misophonia or Selective Sound Sensitivity Syndrome?
Misophonia causes sufferers to experience irritation or even rage at certain sounds like chewing food. In 2002 research couple Margaret…
Stages of Change Profiles Among Adults Experiencing Hearing Difficulties who have not Taken any Action: A Cross-Sectional Study
The aim of the current study was to test the hypothesis that adults experiencing hearing difficulties who are aware of their difficulties but have not taken any action would fall undercontemplation and preparation…
Hearing Loss and Cognition: the Role of Hearing Aids, Social Isolation and Depression
Hearing loss is associated with poor cognitive performance and incident dementia and may contribute to cognitive decline. Treating hearing loss with hearing aids may ameliorate cognitive decline.
How Well Can Centenarians Hear?
With advancements in modern medicine and significant improvements in life conditions in the past four decades, the elderly population is rapidly expanding.
How to Safely Listen to Your Music with Headphones
We have heard many times before that loud music and other sounds contribute to hearing loss. Listening to loud music…
Types of Hearing Aid Styles
Hearing aid technology has come a long way. Relentlessly continuous innovations by manufacturers means better, more effective hearing devices.
The Impact of Hearing Loss on Loved Ones
Hearing loss is often considered a health issue that only affects the person who has the condition. However, hearing loss…
Caring for Older Adults with Hearing Loss
Supporting people with hearing aids doesn’t involve just hearing health. The personal support worker, nurse, or family member is responsible…
8 Hearing Loss Prevention Tips for Seniors
Hearing loss is often associated with old age. However, although it’s increasingly more common to see younger adults experiencing hearing…
11 Emergency Preparedness Tips for the Deaf and Hearing ImpairedPrimary tabs
A Disaster or an emergency can strike at any time. Time and time again the news reports some natural or…
Hearing Health Check – What is Tinnitus and How is it Treated?
Tinnitus is any sound you hear when there isn’t any physical external noise present. In other words, you hear it…
Harry Belafonte – Celebrity and Hearing Aid Wearer
Harry Belafonte is probably best known for singing the Banana Boat Song, better known as, “Day O.” It topped the Billboard charts at number one for 31 weeks.
Canadians Develop Hearing Test iPad App
A hearing test app created by Canadians for the developing world is now being used at home. Known as ShoeBox, the…
8 Hearing Loss Warning Signs to Remember During Seniors’ Month
This June will mark the 31st annual Seniors’ Month. Even Ontario’s provincial government is celebrating with their theme of “Vibrant Seniors, Vibrant Communities.”
Study Finds Link Between Osteoporosis and Hearing Loss
In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, researchers found that people with osteoporosis were twice as…
6 Types of Ear Protection Against Hearing Loss
Many of us often take it for granted that we can hear well. But in order to keep hearing well,…
CJN Healthy Living Feature Showcases Hearing Solutions Audiologist’s Article
Hearing Solutions Audiology Manager, Tracy Saunders’ article, “I’ve Got Hearing Aids! Now What,” is featured in the Canadian Jewish News…
WHO Hearing Loss Stats
The World Health Organization (WHO) describes disabling hearing loss as any hearing loss greater than 40 decibels (dB). For children the threshold for disabling hearing loss is 30dB.
6 Things to Expect Within the First 30 Days of Wearing Your Hearing Aids
After getting fit with your new hearing aids, you will hear sounds you probably haven’t heard in a long time….
4 Things you can do to Successfully Adapt to Hearing Aids and What to Expect
Successful hearing aid use is achieved through a partnership between you and your clinician. There is an adaptation process which…
Hearing Loss and Mental Health
Mental Health Week in Canada is here. It’s nothing new that researchers have been looking at the links, if any, between hearing loss and mental health for a little while now.
Treating Hearing Loss with Hearing Aids Could Mean Turning Up the Sound on Life
Can you teach an old dog new tricks? I guess that depends on the “dog” and the “trick” in question. It is a riddle that I hope to soon resolve.
What is an Audiologist?
Audiologists are autonomous professionals that are required to complete a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Audiology. They are also required…
Hacked Hearing Aids Allow Owner to Hear WiFi Signals
Ever wondered what a WiFi signal sounds like? Probably not, right? But one man has a pretty good idea of…
Hearing Aids May Help Improve Your Balance
Research from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests that hearing aids appear to improve balance in…
Early Signs of Hearing Loss
It’s well documented that many people experience gradual hearing loss as they get older. The term for this is called Presbycusis. This condition tends to run in families and occur in both ears.
911 Texting Service Launches in Windsor, Ontario
As of December 1, Windsor becomes the fourth municipality to launch a 911 texting service in Ontario. The service will…
Marvel Creates Cochlear Implant-Wearing Superhero
Earlier this fall at an event hosted by the Ear Institute at the New York Eye and Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE), Marvel and the Children’s Hearing Institute (CHI) introduced their newest Superhero, named Saphera.
How Does Your Heart Health Affect Your Hearing?
World Heart Day is on September 29th and seeks to spread awareness about cardiovascular disease and the importance of a healthy…