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...
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...
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...
It’s a valid question to ask: “Am I too young to have a hearing loss?” Hearing loss and hearing care are often attached to negative connotations surrounding aging and getting older; however, I’m here to tell you that’s not always the case. My team and I have seen...
More young people are noticing the benefits of proper hearing care and protecting their hearing, whether it be with custom-moulded hearing protection or hearing aids. Noise exposure is only increasing – for young people in busy environments like concerts, restaurants...
If your ears have been feeling clogged up lately, it’s possible that you have a buildup of earwax. While your first instinct might be to try and clean it, there are a few reasons why that might not necessarily be the wisest decision. A certain amount of earwax can be...
Every day, we see patients who are concerned about their hearing loss or a loved one who is experiencing a hearing loss. We’re always happy to share our professional advice, but sometimes it can be beneficial to speak with someone who is going through the same thing...
If you or a loved one is seeking treatment for hearing loss, you might be feeling overwhelmed by the amount of options available. When researching the best options, you may find conflicting information from various sources. With so much information available, it's...
