Hearing loss is defined as the reduced ability to hear sounds. It can occur at any age and can happen gradually or very suddenly. The symptoms of hearing loss may be mild, moderate or severe. Depending on the cause, hearing loss may be temporary or permanent. Read on to learn about the types of hearing loss and how they are diagnosed.
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Insulin pump coverage in Canada
Several provinces in Canada cover the costs of insulin pumps for select groups of people with diabetes. Discover if you are eligible.
Read More »Diabetes and hearing loss: what’s the connection?
Researchers have shown a connection between diabetes and hearing loss. Read on to learn more about what may cause hearing loss in people with diabetes and what to do if you think you may have hearing loss.
Read More »Top 6 tips to banish mid-winter blues
The winter cold and dark afternoons are getting you down, and there seem months of it still to get through. Grab a steaming mug of your favourite winter bevvie and make plans to banish the mid-winter blues with these 6 super tips!
Read More »Overcoming barriers to blood glucose monitoring
As someone living closely with diabetes, you have heard the diabetes healthcare team talk about the importance of blood glucose monitoring.
Read More »Diabetes and wound care
Paying close attention to wounds is important for people with diabetes. Common types of wounds include diabetic foot ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous ulcers and pressure ulcers.
Read More »Online diabetes management coaching program
We are conducting a short-term pilot to investigate the efficacy of a new virtual diabetes management coaching program for Canadians living with type 2 diabetes.
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