Resources & Guides
Practical articles on hearing loss, hearing aids, tinnitus, and what to expect from your care, written by our hearing care providers for patients and families across Manitoba.
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Ringing in your ears? This guide explains what tinnitus is, what causes it, and the evidence-based treatment options available in Winnipeg, including sound therapy and counselling.
Not sure if your hearing has changed? These 7 warning signs are your body's way of telling you it's time to book a hearing assessment in Winnipeg.
Modern hearing aids are far more advanced than most people realize. This plain-language guide explains how they work, what they can do, and what to expect from a fitting.
Not all hearing clinics are the same. Here's what to look for when choosing a hearing clinic in Winnipeg, from credentials and independence to follow-up care and fit.
Thinking about getting a hearing test in Winnipeg? This complete local guide covers what to expect, where to go, how much it costs, and what happens after your assessment.
Manitoba seniors 65 and older may qualify for up to $2,000 toward hearing aids through the provincial Seniors Hearing Aid Program. Here's exactly how to apply, step by step.
Age-related hearing loss affects most adults over 65, but the changes often begin in your 50s. Here's what happens to your hearing as you age, and what to do about it.
Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent but completely preventable. This guide covers how loud is too loud, which activities carry the highest risk, and what Canadians can do to protect their hearing.
Hearing loss rarely announces itself all at once. For most people, it creeps in gradually, so gradually that friends and family often notice before the person affected does. Here are five early warning signs to watch for.
Never had a hearing test as an adult? Here's exactly what happens during a comprehensive hearing assessment at Prairie Hearing Centre, from the moment you arrive to the conversation that follows.
RIC, BTE, ITE, CIC: the abbreviations can be confusing. This guide breaks down the six main hearing aid styles, what makes each one different, and how to think about which might suit you best.
Ringing, buzzing, hissing: tinnitus is more common than most people realise, and more manageable than many fear. Here's what's actually happening and what evidence-based management looks like.
