Did you know that untreated hearing loss can increase your risk for developing cognitive issues, dementia and depression? Or that those with a hearing impairment are more likely to have a fall? Indeed, scientists have observed that treating hearing loss, can reverse or even prevent some conditions. Here’s what you…

Did you know that those who work at nightclubs, concert halls and bars are at risk for noise-induced hearing loss? Many patients who visit our clinic work in the service industry. Most of us think of hearing loss as related to construction or manufacturing jobs involving large machinery, but noise…

Every year, Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) dedicates the month of May to Speech and Hearing Month, an event aimed at raising public awareness about the importance of early detection and intervention for people with hearing and communication disorders. This year’s theme, Communication across the lifespan, calls attention to the…

People all over Calgary suffer from hearing loss. If you’re one of them, you may have a hard time communicating with others. While wearing a hearing aid and scheduling regular audiology appointments can help, there are other ways to ensure effective communication. How hearing impairments affect communication Living with hearing…

While having a hearing impairment makes communicating with others difficult, it’s not the only reason you’re not listening. Hearing aids will help you hear, but becoming a better listener requires effort. Causes of poor listening Distraction is one of the main causes of poor listening. Here’s why: You can’t hear…

Did you know that 10% of Canadians live with hearing loss, but that only one in six of them are treating their impairment with hearing aids? At Soundwave Hearing Care (we have hearing clinics in Calgary Grande Prairie, High River and Lethbridge), we understand that shopping for hearing aids can…

World Hearing Day takes place every year on March 3. This campaign is organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and aims to raise awareness about hearing loss prevention and promote ear and hearing care across the globe. Before 2016, this event was called International Ear Care Day, and in some…

Hearing loss in children is of particular concern today, owing to the widespread use of personal audio devices. In response to this growing issue, the World Health Organization (WHO) established the World Hearing Forum (WHF), an advocacy network that promotes ear and hearing care. To prevent hearing loss in your…

A gunshot at close range has a volume of 165 dB. This is loud enough to cause permanent hearing damage to unprotected ears. The recommended noise exposure limit without hearing protection is 140 dB. Hearing protection is therefore a must-have for any hunter. But not just any kind of hearing…

Did you know that losing your hearing takes a toll on your brain? Many studies have shown that hearing loss can lead to thinking and memory problems, making you more susceptible to dementia. At Soundwave Hearing Care, we encourage you to take steps to protect your hearing so that your…

If you live in and around Calgary, you’re no stranger to cold weather. But did you know that the cold can affect your hearing? If you wear a hearing aid, it’s important to know how to protect your ears and devices. Our audiology experts are happy to offer some tips…

Hearing loss can be an isolating experience, but with today’s hearing aids, you can stay more connected to the world around you than ever before. Not only are modern listening devices sleek, powerful and virtually undetectable, they can also be enhanced with wireless accessories and apps that allow you to…