Celebrating Pride Month and Brain Awareness Month: Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Well-being

Jun 5

June is a special month for many reasons. It is a time to celebrate diversity, honour the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month, and raise awareness about the importance of brain health. At our clinic, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and supported, while also emphasizing the critical role of hearing health in maintaining overall brain health.

Pride Month: Embracing Diversity

Pride Month is a celebration of love, acceptance, and the ongoing fight for equality. It commemorates the progress made since the Stonewall Riots of June 1969 and highlights the work still needed to ensure equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community. Our clinic is a safe space where all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, receive compassionate and respectful care.

Brain Awareness Month: Prioritizing Mental and Cognitive Wellness

June is also Brain Awareness Month, a time to focus on maintaining and improving our brain health. Cognitive wellness is essential for overall well-being, and it can be significantly impacted by various factors, including hearing loss.

Hearing Aids: A Key to Brain Health

Hearing loss is more than just an inconvenience; it can lead to cognitive decline and social isolation. Studies have shown that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of dementia and other cognitive issues. Hearing aids play a crucial role in mitigating these risks by:

Improving Communication: Hearing aids help individuals stay engaged in conversations, reducing the strain on the brain to interpret sounds and speech.
Enhancing Social Interaction: By facilitating better hearing, hearing aids enable individuals to participate more fully in social activities, which is vital for mental and emotional health.
Supporting Cognitive Function: Improved hearing helps maintain cognitive function by keeping the brain active and engaged.

Our Inclusive and Supportive Clinic

At our clinic, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We offer:

Inclusive Care: Our staff is trained to respect and honor the identities of all our patients, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for everyone.
Comprehensive Services: We provide a range of services to support both brain health and hearing health, recognizing the interconnectedness of these aspects of well-being.
Ongoing Support: We offer resources and guidance to help our patients make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

Join Us in Celebrating June

We invite you to join us in celebrating both Pride Month and Brain Awareness Month. Let's embrace diversity, promote brain health, and work together to create a community where everyone thrives!

Happy Pride Month and Brain Awareness Month from us at Tidal Hearing + Balance

Curtis Wetmore

Curtis is the founder and director of Tidal Hearing & Balance, a private vestibular audiology and hearing aid clinic located in Saint John, NB. He also works part time as a clinical audiologist with Horizon Health Network at the Sussex Health Centre. He holds adjunct scholar status with Dalhousie University where he teaches the vestibular course to second year audiology students. He currently serves as a member of the executive committee for the CAA National Vestibular Special Interest Group and recently obtained a certification of competency in vestibular rehab in partnership with Texas State University and the University of Wisconsin. He has contributed to articles in publications including ENT & Audiology News and the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, and has been involved in research studies investigating the prevalence of vestibular and cognitive impairments in community fall prevention programs.