Have you noticed that more young people are wearing hearing aids these days? When you think of hearing aids, you likely associate them with your parents and grandparents. But as the world has grown increasingly louder, more and more young people are noticing the...
Do you ever find yourself reminding friends and family to speak into your “good” ear? If the answer is “yes,” then know you’re not alone. Unilateral hearing loss, also known as single sided hearing loss, impacts a significant number of Canadian adults. Unilateral...
Chances are, if you’re not experiencing hearing loss yourself, you know someone who is. Hearing loss is an incredibly common condition here in Canada and around the world. Did you know that 60 percent of the Canadian adult population suffers from hearing loss? It may...
Navigating the world of hearing aids can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to the question of cost. “How much do hearing aids cost?” is a query we at Hometown Hearing get quite frequently. The answer, however, isn’t always straightforward, as many variables...
If you feel like your ears are clogged up or blocked, there’s a good chance that it’s a result of earwax buildup. And this is quite normal, so don’t worry! Earwax serves an important purpose. Your body naturally produces earwax to trap dirt that gets into your ears....
This fall, Hometown Hearing opens its doors for everyone eager to embrace clear and vibrant sounds as part of the Better Hearing campaign. Past participants in our test drive programs found a new lease on life through the innovative solutions provided by Hometown...
At Hometown Hearing Centre, we’ve often treated patients of all ages, but a new trend has been emerging in recent years; a startling rise in hearing loss is happening among children, and we need to pay attention. The belief that hearing loss is primarily an aging...
“Being around my loved one who is struggling with their hearing is frustrating, but what can I do to help?”We understand the strain hearing challenges place on friends, family, and coworkers. So, the fact that you are concerned is a major step toward helping them find...
Navigating life with untreated hearing loss is challenging enough, but now, a growing body of scientifically reviewed research is revealing a shocking connection between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline. Increasingly, these scientific papers are delving...
At Hometown Hearing, we are well aware of one of the most significant challenges within the hearing health industry: the gap between the number of people who need treatment for their hearing issues and those who actively seek help. Many individuals either postpone...