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Common Audiometry and Hearing Loss Myths

 Hearing loss is a prevalent condition that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life, yet misconceptions surrounding audiometry tests and hearing loss persist. This blog aims to debunk common myths.  By dispelling these misconceptions, we can foster a more

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Three Tips to Hear Better in Public Spaces

 We are slowly getting back out and enjoying activities with groups of people, like dining out in restaurants, attending church services, and going to parties or conferences.  While it’s fun to return to pre-pandemic life and enjoy one another’s company, frequenting

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Diabetes and Hearing Loss

Hearing loss can happen for many reasons. You probably know that it can happen as you age or if you spend too much time around loud noises. You may not know that having diabetes puts you at risk for hearing

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Seniors and Hearing Loss

One in three people older than 60 years of age have some degree of hearing loss and one in two people over the age of 85 will have hearing loss.  Hearing loss is related to the aging process, and it

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Free Hearing Tests in Scarborough Ontario

To celebrate the opening of our new hearing and audiology clinic at 1448 Lawrence Ave East in Scarborough, Hearing Institute of Ontario is offering Free, No-Obligation hearing tests to adults aged 18+. This complimentary test is provided as a community

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Differences Between an Audiologist and a Hearing Instrument Dispenser

Audiologists and Hearing Instrument Specialists are both professionals trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat hearing and balance issues, but their roles, educational backgrounds, and scopes of practice differ. Here are some key differences:

Educational Background

Audiologist

Hearing Instrument Specialist

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Scope of Practice

Audiologist

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Regulatory Bodies

Audiologist

Hearing Instrument Specialist

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Services Provided

Audiologist

Hearing Instrument Specialist

All client care at Hearing Institute of Ontario is provided by certified Audiologists who are registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario

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