New research reveals that women who take care of their grandchildren one day a week are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s. This is because the mental activity derived from looking after youngsters can actually increase brain function. Women who looked after their grandchildren one day...
Every summer, the Atlantic Film Festival presents a weekly alfresco movie watching experience. Haligonians of all ages gather on the Halifax waterfront to take in a classic movie, equipped with snacks, camping chairs, blankets, and lots of joy. This year, the theme of the summer...
Check out this great blog post by Gael Hannen, where she forecasts the coming year for those living with hearing loss....
While many hearing aids are rated for moisture and debris resistance (depends on their IP rating), others can be easily damaged by heat, moisture, dust, or dirt. A little extra precaution in the heat of the summer can help prevent the need for repair to...
Hearing Institute Atlantic is proud to support the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia through its Mental Health Above All program. Pictured here is local artist, Maureen Rogers, a certified Bob Ross Instructor, from Bedford, NS donating her work to Suzanne Bachur, President of Premier...
No. Far from it. There are devices available on the market whose main function is to amplify sound. You often see these devices marketed widely on-line, through big box stores, or at considerable discounts or offered as a “starter” hearing device for minimal or low...
We often get asked about ear candling, and as an audiologist, it makes me cringe each time I hear that someone is considering ear candling. This article outlines perfectly my feelings on ear candling, and I've posted the bulk of the article below: For those who are not...
This wonderfully written article was found in The Globe and Mail, by Sharon Gerger. It was published September 10th 2013. Enjoy! Old ears hear no evil By Sharon Gerger “The secret to my happy marriage? Great miscommunication. I have an abundance of old things and many of them are...
Stats on Hearing Loss in Canada: Hearing loss affects 1 in 10 of Canadians of all ages. Hearing loss affects 1 out of 6 Baby Boomers (ages 42-60) and 1 out of 14 Gen-Xers (age 30-41) Greater than one million adults across the country reported having a hearing...
Tinnitus is that ringing or buzzing in the ears that we've all experienced at one time or another. For some people, they've only experienced tinnitus temporarily, while others live with it everyday. Read this article to learn more about tinnitus, and 7 common myths about tinnitus. If...
