Winnipeg Hearing Blog

The Winnipeg Hearing Blog is Polo Park Hearing Centre’s blog on everything to do with human hearing, hearing protection, hearing loss and general interest posts about everything from weird facts to how human hearing works. We run some regular themed blogs posts such as How Loud It It that features local venues with a sound profile worth knowing about.

Tyson Gilles Talks About His Starkey Hearing Hearing Aids

Q&A with Tyson Gillies: Hearing Loss, Starkey Hearing Aids, and The Amazing Race

Professional athlete Tyson Gillies gets candid about his hearing loss, why he trusts Starkey hearing aids, and how they held up during The Amazing Race Canada. Jump to: Part 1 – Tyson on Hearing Loss | Part 2 – The Amazing Race + Edge AI Part 1: Tyson on Hearing Loss and Owning His Journey […]

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Canada Day

Fireworks, Family, and the Sounds We Miss: A Canada Day Reflection

🎇 Fireworks, Family, and the Sounds We Miss: A Canada Day Reflection on Hearing and Connection “Can you hear that?”It’s a simple question—but one that hits differently when you’re sitting with your family, watching fireworks burst over Winnipeg, and realizing you can’t quite catch the laughter, the music, or the words shared around you. This

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Wife convining husband to get hearing test at Polo Park Hearing Centre Winnipeg

Better Hearing Starts at Home: Why May Is the Month to Nudge Him In

Let’s be honest—how many years have you spent saying, “You’re not listening!”… only to hear, “You’re mumbling”?If that sounds familiar, you’re in good company. At Polo Park Hearing Center, we hear it all the time – especially from wives who’ve spent years trying to get their partners to book a hearing test. This May-aka Better

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The Hearing Aid That Connects to Everything-So You Never Miss a Moment

Finally, a Hearing Aid That Connects to Everything—Without Compromising on Power or Sound Have you ever felt the frustration of trying to pair your hearing aids with your phone—only to realize they aren’t compatible? Whether it’s an older iPod, your trusty home phone, or even your spouse’s Android, tech troubles like these can make hearing

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Diabetes and Tinnitus - Is There A Connection.

Tinnitus & Diabetes: Is There a Connection?

“Have you noticed a persistent ringing in your ears and wondered if your diabetes might be to blame? You’re not alone.” Did you know? “In 2023, 9.4% of Canadians—3.7 million people—had diagnosed diabetes. With over 549 new cases diagnosed daily, the number of people affected continues to grow.” Tinnitus—the perception of ringing, buzzing, or hissing

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