Think about all the different things you hear on a daily basis, from your alarm ringing in the morning to saying goodnight and getting ready for bed. Your hearing plays a key role in your life, and it’s one thing that you never “turn off” like with sight or smell....
Alzheimer’s is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that destroys brain cells, causing your cognitive abilities (the functions of your brain to do with thinking and memory) to deteriorate over time. Named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, who made major breakthroughs about...
There have been some studies going around that link social isolation with some truly alarming statistics, like the CNN Health article about a 2023 study that found people experiencing social isolation had a 32% higher risk of premature death. This comprehensive...
On September 9, 2024, Apple hosted a virtual event to unveil the latest updates to their product lineup, including the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Earlier this year, rumours circulated about a potential ‘Hearing Aid Mode’ in the works, so we eagerly tuned in...
Picture it: amazing your coworkers with quick replies and commentary in meetings or during social events, hearing instructions correctly on the first listen, staying safe and aware during the morning and evening commutes… it’s important to look after your hearing to...
It’s not news that untreated hearing loss can lead to an increased fall risk, cognitive and memory problems, and dementia – but something reassuring is that more people are seeing the connections than ever. Just recently, a study from Johns Hopkins was published that...
Many of us believe that hearing loss exclusively affects the older generations – 70-90 years old is when we see the most hearing struggles. Or so we thought. If you’re reading this, chances are that you’re in your 60s and you’ve noticed some hearing loss challenges...
From joining the audiology industry as a secretary to being the first Canadian president of the International Hearing Society, our CEO Annette Cross has spent her 33 years working in the field making sure that every patient she saw had an excellent, comfortable...
If you’re reading this, perhaps you’ve noticed some hearing loss challenges recently, but you’ve told yourself that you’re too young to have to worry about that just yet. However, hearing loss is totally normal for many young adults, and for some, it’s a part of...
While it’s all speculation at this current point, speculation from reputable forums and news outlets tells that tech giant Apple is set to release “Hearing Aid Mode” in the next iOS update, iOS 18, predicted for a September 2024 release. This new feature will allow...
