What is Unilateral Hearing Loss (Single-Sided Deafness)?

What is Unilateral Hearing Loss (Single-Sided Deafness)? [vc_single_image image=”3791″ img_size=”717×537″]UHL (Unilateral Hearing Loss) is when a person has impaired hearing in one ear. When it worsens to the point that the ear loses complete hearing function/ability, it is called SSD (Single-Sided Deafness). 1 in 1000 children are born with UHL, an estimated 7% of the […]

COVID-19 Safety Precautions (Effective July 2021)

COVID-19 Safety Precautions Updated policy for patients, caregivers & vendors Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, we are implementing extra precautions for the safety of our patients and staff. Before entering our centre, all patients/vendors/caregivers will undergo a Safe Entry check-in, temperature screening and complete a declaration form on health status, contact and travel history. […]

Is there a link between COVID-19 vaccinations and hearing loss?

Is there a link between COVID-19 vaccinations and hearing loss? What is VAERS (Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System) [vc_single_image image=”3650″ img_size=”full”]VAERS is vaccine safety surveillance programn that monitors the safety of FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved vaccines. Its purpose is to detect unusual or unexpected adverse events patterns and provide an early warning system. […]

What is the link between hypertension (high blood pressure) and hearing loss?

What is the link between hypertension (high blood pressure) and hearing loss? What is Hypertension? Hypertension or high blood pressure is diagnosed when a person has a systolic blood pressure* > 140 mm Hg and/or a diastolic blood pressure** > 90 mmHg. It is a common chronic disease that affects 1 in 4 Singaporeans between […]

Why does hearing loss increase the risk of falls in the elderly? (Slideshow)

Why does hearing loss increase the risk of falls in the elderly? (Slideshow) Did you know that the elderly with hearing loss are 3 times more likely to fall? In this week’s slideshow article, we explore the reasons why. Follow our page for weekly updates on the latest hearing care news! [smartslider3 slider=”6″]Slide 1: Why […]

10 Tips for Communicating with People with Hearing Loss

10 Tips for Communicating with People with Hearing Loss A common misconception is that when people with hearing loss are fitted with hearing aids or cochlear implants, they are able to clearly in all situations. Even with hearing aids or cochlear implants, it is important friends and family use good communication strategies at all times […]