Hearing often declines with aging. For some it is very slow and for others hearing loss happens very quickly. Having your ears checked for wax build up should be something that you do annually if not more often, especially if you wear hearing aids. Why, because wax build up can affect hearing. You should also have your hearing tested to see if you require hearing aids. Not being able to hear is one of the reasons people do not engage in social activities because they can’t hear what is being said and the larger the group the harder it is to figure out what is being said. There are numerous hearing centres in Red Deer think about having your hearing checked. It could make all the difference in your quality of life and how you interact with the world around you.