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Hearing Self-Test
Take a quick test to better understand the state of your hearing. To recognize the signs of hearing loss, ask yourself the following questions — count how many you answer Yes to, then match your score against the guidance below.
This self-test is not a diagnosis. Only a comprehensive hearing assessment can confirm hearing loss.
10 Questions
Ask Yourself the Following
Be honest — your answers help you understand what's happening with your hearing.
- 1
Do you complain that other people are mumbling?
- 2
Do you prefer to have the television or radio louder than others in the same room?
- 3
Do you have problems hearing the person on the other end of the phone?
- 4
Is conversation more difficult for you with background noise?
- 5
Do family and friends express concerns about your hearing?
- 6
Are you less comfortable attending social functions that you once enjoyed?
- 7
Are you complaining of ringing and/or buzzing in one or both ears?
- 8
Do you find men's voices easier to understand than those of women or children?
- 9
Is your spouse or partner your interpreter?
- 10
Do you often ask others to repeat what they say?
Your Result
If You Answered Yes to...
Compare your count to the ranges below.
0 to 1 Yes
Low possibility of hearing loss
Your responses suggest you likely have healthy hearing. Continue protecting your ears in loud environments and consider a baseline hearing test every few years.
2 to 4 Yes
Possibility of hearing loss
You may be experiencing the early signs of hearing loss. A comprehensive hearing assessment can confirm what's happening and identify what — if anything — needs to be done.
5 to 10 Yes
Strong possibility of hearing loss
Your responses strongly suggest a hearing loss. Book a hearing assessment with one of our audiologists soon — early intervention leads to better outcomes.
Start Your Hearing Care Journey
We'll help you navigate the next steps
No matter your score, the only way to know for sure is a proper hearing test. Our audiologists will explain what they find in plain language and walk through your options with no pressure.
Concerned about your hearing?
OHIP covers hearing tests for adults 65+ and children under 18. Adults 18-64 can book a hearing test with us anytime.