We know that, left untreated, hearing loss can negatively affect our quality of life. Studies link untreated hearing loss to stress, depression, social isolation, and even dementia. Untreated hearing loss also increases the risk of ...
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Exploring How Hearing Loss Treatment May Contribute to Dementia Prevention
A highly regarded report published by The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care called dementia “the greatest global challenge for health and social care in the 21st century.” 1
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read moreCan hearing loss treatment help prevent dementia?
A highly regarded report published by The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care called dementia “the greatest global challenge for health and social care in the 21st century.” 1
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read moreNavigating the Common Yet Overlooked Reality of Age-Related Hearing Loss
As we journey through life, we inevitably accumulate experiences, wisdom, and memories. But along with these treasures, there's a less discussed companion that tends to tag along as the years go by—age-related hearing ...
read moreHow common is hearing loss?
If you’re wondering how common hearing loss is, the research is plentiful and paints a crystal-clear picture: Hearing loss is highly prevalent. In fact, it is the third most common health issue for older ...
read moreHearing loss is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia
Did you know…that hearing loss is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia?
The evidence linking hearing loss to an increased risk of developing dementia keeps piling up. One Johns Hopkins study found ...
read moreHearing loss is linked to an increased risk for depression
Everyone has their reasons for why they do certain things. Big things, like why they follow a particular career path or live in a specific city. And small, like what they’re going to have ...
read moreBetter Hearing Month is the best time to treat hearing loss
In 1927, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) designated the month of May as Better Hearing and Speech Month. Their goal at the time was to raise awareness about speech and hearing challenges and — more importantly ...
read moreIt’s better to deal with hearing loss earlier rather than later
A 2020 New York Times article headlined “Can Hearing Aids Help Prevent Dementia?” covers a lot of things we’ve known — and have been sharing with you — for years. Like that hearing loss is very ...
read moreIt can be hard to follow doctors’ orders if you have hearing loss
Today’s hearing fact probably isn’t something that comes to mind when you think about hearing loss. But — if you do think about it — makes a lot of sense.
It’s also potentially much ...
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