Hearing Institute Atlantic

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Hearing health tips, news, and resources from our registered audiologists across Nova Scotia.

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FAQ – How long should my hearing aid battery last?

Most of today’s hearing aids use a traditional hearing aid battery, commonly sized from smallest to largest as 10, 312, 13 and 675. Batteries are air-locked and start to drain as soon as the colored tabs are peeled away. In general, the larger the battery,...

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Moving Beyond the Ears to the Brain

At Hearing Institute Atlantic, we work very hard to evaluate and explain the role of the brain in better hearing. After all, we don’t hear with our ears, we hear with our brain; the ears just deliver the tools the brain needs to hear. While...

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Need a Reason to Get Your Hearing Checked? Here are ten!

10 Good Reasons Why You Should Get Your Hearing Tested Unaddressed hearing loss negatively affects quality of life. Research shows that hearing loss is frequently associated with other physical, mental, and emotional health conditions. But men who address their hearing loss often experience better quality of life....

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Keep Your Mind Fit: Check your Hearing!

From the Better Hearing Institute’s September blog posts, this article is a great summary of the concerns that hearing loss and cogntive change may be related.   Anyone over the age of 40 should have a baseline hearing test. Call 482-2222 today to book your...

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What does my Audiogram say about my Hearing?

As hearing care professionals, we do our best to explain how your hearing profile may be translating into your everyday performance. This article is a reference guide to check back on, just in case you forget what we said and need a refresher!

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The Roles of the Teammembers in your Hearing Health Care Team

Gael Hannan’s blog never disappoints; she is someone who openly lives with hearing loss, and shares her stories in a candid and light hearted manner. This article outlines the different individuals you may meet at a hearing clinic, and the roles that they play in...

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