Getting hearing aids is a liberating experience for both the wearer and their families and friends. No more shouting or misunderstanding conversations! And in fact, hearing aids offer more than just improved hearing. Wearing hearing aids can also instill more confidence as now…

We already know that there is a link between mild to severe hearing loss and dementia. Hearing loss is one of the most commonly reported disorders in our aging population and it affects more than 75% of those aged over 70. The risk…

The global presence of Covid-19 means that viruses are very much in the news at the moment. Most people associate hearing loss with loud noise or old age but there are a number of illnesses that can cause hearing loss. Viruses, in particular,…

Annoying noises (tinnitus) in your ears is one of the first symptoms of hearing loss. Tinnitus affects large numbers of Canadians and is often a permanent and painful condition that seriously impacts the daily life of those affected. Tinnitus usually manifests as a…

If you’re thinking about buying hearing aids then you need to read this first. Buying and more importantly wearing the correct hearing aids can transform your life. But deciding which hearing aids are best for you is a process. Getting clarity on the…

Congratulations, you’ve made the decision to improve your hearing with a hearing aid but you don’t know which one to choose. It might seem like there are so many brands out there and they all offer different technologies and features. Frankly, it can…

Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a growing problem in today’s noisy world. Our ears are constantly assaulted by noise throughout our daily lives. Excessive noise is a particular problem in many workplaces. Fortunately, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) provides some…

Listen to House of Hearing’s very own Kathy Gewer guest on Jeff McArthur’s 640 Toronto radio show. A new app called SoundPrint allows users to record their surroundings and measure if they are in danger of harming their hearing. The app is making…

Research shows that hearing aids can improve your happiness and quality of life. Sadly, only 20% of Canadians who would hear better with hearing aids choose to wear them. If you have hearing loss and choose not to wear hearing aids you could…