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Here are some of the basics you should know.

Who provides hearing care?

Hearing Aid Practioners, Clinical Audiologists and Doctors of Audiology provide hearing care. Practitioners complete a 2-year Diploma emphasiz- ing…

Why get tested?

Get your hearing tested every 3-5 years if you are over 50 years old to have baselines on file. Your hearing loss will be documented over time and…

How can an Audiologist help me?

Today’s sophisticated technologies require that clini- cians have special training and expertise. Your com- plete hearing evaluation along with your…

Technology

Forget the old technology stereotypes of hearing aids - now they are discreet, high-tech and even match your hair!

You will look great and hear…

Does hearing loss really affect my life?

Hearing loss is very common, it affects 1 in 10 Canadians, and if left unchecked will substantially reduce the quality of the lives of those with the…

Can hearing aids really improve my life?

Yes, an independent consumer group conducted a sur- vey among people over the age of 50 who suffered from hearing loss and found that there were…

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