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13 · OAKVILLE BEAVER Saturday, April 11, 2009 HEALTH AND WELLNESS Do you hear what I hear? (NC)--More than half of Canadians will experience some degree of hearing loss in the years after age 65. However, it's not just a problem affecting seniors. More and more young people are showing signs of hearing loss as early as their 30's and 40's. According to The Canadian Academy of Audiology, as much as 10 per cent of the Canadian population suffer from some form of hearing loss. It is common for people with hearing loss to stop communicating with family and friends because they are unable to hear and understand what is being said. However, help is available and people with hearing loss can stay connected. Recognizing hearing loss is the first step in treatment and knowing the warning sign's is vital for early detection. To help you identify the signs and symptoms of hearing loss, Phyllis Bensoussan, registered CASLPO Audiologist and Energizer offers the following tips: · Do family members complain about your inability to hear? · Do you frequently ask people to repeat what they have said? · Do you have trouble hearing the television and/or radio? Do you prefer the television and/or radio louder than other people? · Do you experience ringing, pain or fullness in one or both ears? · Do you have a history of exposure to loud noise (loud concerts, guns, construction, etc.)? · Do you have difficulty understanding what people are saying in noisy places? If you experience any or all of these problems on a sudden or consistent basis, you may have some form of hearing loss. Experts recommend getting your hearing tested every two years. If you have questions about your hearing or suspect you have a hearing loss, contact an audiologist, who can test your hearing and provide you with information. - News Canada Come in and Meet Us! Peter Gilgan Family Y 410 Rebecca Street N N N N N N N N N N N You're Invited! N N N N N N N N Kinesis Core Strengthening The WAVE for cardio and core Swim Lessons Fitness Classes Child and Youth Programs Free Y Steps & Stages Parent and Child Programs Martial Arts Youth Leadership Programs Friday Youth Nights In-Pool Kayaking Child Minding State-of-the-art Wellness and Fitness Centre Indoor Track 25-metre Pool Therapeutic/Leisure Pool Double Gymnasium Climbing Centre Snack Bar Full Accessibility The 6th Annual Free Admission courtesy of sy y The YMCA of Oakville is a charitable association open to all, dedicated to providing life-long opportunities for health enhancement and personal growth. Saturday, April 18, 2009 For more information or to book exhibit space call: 905-842-6591 or 1-800-693-7986 Email: kjackson@foreveryoungnews.com 10:00 am to 4:00 pm ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington 410 Rebecca Street Oakville, ON L6K 1K7 Telephone: 905-845-3417 Facsimile: 905-842-6792 E-mail: customerservice@oakville.ymca.ca Tours available Monday to Friday: 5:30 am to 10:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Live Entertainment, Exhibits, Displays and more!