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Tag: Health

The science of sound: How hearing works – and how it can be lost

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

Ever hear words but not immediately understand what they mean? It’s called central hearing loss. Photo courtesy of Ears to You.

Not all hearing loss is created equal. Vancouver Island expert shares what you need to know

QA: How to help your hearing aids work better and last longer

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

From left, Hanan Merrill, Shelagh Merrill, Renae Barr and Rhian from Nanaimo Hearing Clinic.

Home cleaning to maintenance, Nanaimo hearing professional shares what you need to know

6 tips for quitting smoking once and for all in 2024

Wire Service on January 15, 2024

For those wanting to stop using tobacco products, the Quit Smoking, Quit Now and B.C. Smoking Cessation programs are three great places to start, says Hisham Metwally, Pharmacy Division Manager at Otter Co-op. Photo courtesy Otter Co-op

When it comes to health resolutions, quitting smoking should be priority No. 1

Red Deer Hospice: A sanctuary for terminally ill patients and their families

Wire Service on December 4, 2023

The Red Deer Hospice’s volunteers and staff decorate the living room with Christmas decorations, making residents feel at home. Photo courtesy of Red Deer Hospice.

Community, volunteers and dedicated staff help Red Deer Hospice serve residents with care

Never quit quitting: Joanne’s inspiring journey to quit smoking with Quitpath

Wire Service on November 20, 2023

Joanne Bailey is now 12 years smoke-free with help from Quitpath.

Discover the support and success behind Quitpath’s approach to overcoming nicotine dependency

Help your loved ones be ‘heard’ over the holidays

Wire Service on November 13, 2023

From left, Hanan Merrill, Shelagh Merrill, Renae Barr and Rhian from Nanaimo Hearing Clinic. submitted

Conversation etiquette when conversing with the hard of hearing

‘Not alone:’ Haisla Chief shares importance of keeping moms and babies close to home

Wire Service on October 16, 2023

Chief Crystal Smith knows firsthand the importance of a new NICU in Terrace.

Campaign aims to bring urgent neonatal care to new Terrace hospital

From humble beginnings, prostate cancer group becomes a national leader

Wire Service on October 16, 2023

Prostate Cancer Walk by the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Canada. Photo courtesy of Derek Stevens.

Online auction drives additional funding to help prostate cancer patients

Hearing health has no age limit

Wire Service on October 2, 2023

Dr. Markus Hilbert, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology, Resident Audiologist at Pardon Me Hearing, Kelowna.

Children should have their hearing checked at birth and before entering primary school

Family-run hearing clinic opens new location in Chilliwack

Wire Service on August 28, 2023

Owen Rintisch, Hearing Instrument Practitioner at Fraser Valley Beltone’s new Chilliwack location.

Do you know the early warning signs of hearing loss?

Pharmacist William Poggemiller says goodbye

Wire Service on August 21, 2023

William Poggemiller, left, Managing Partner of Rimbey Guardian Drug Mart, is leaving the pharmacy for a new job with Alberta Health Services. Interim pharmacist John Minkov, right, will be working alonside prescribing pharmacist Emily Wong until a permanent replacement is found. Leah Bousfield photo.

Interim pharmacist John Minkov will work alongside Emily Wong until a replacement is found

How supporting our hearing can also support our mental health

Wire Service on August 7, 2023

Dr. Markus Hilbert, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology, resident Doctor of Audiology at Pardon Me Hearing, Kelowna.

As we age, staying engaged with the world around us is key to keeping our brain stimulated

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