What’s the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia?
Of the men with self-reported hearing loss, researchers found a 69% increase in dementia risk compared to those with normal hearing.
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Untreated Hearing Loss May Be Linked to Dementia, Depression
The study—which followed 3,800 people over a 25-year period—showed a 21% increase in the risk of developing dementia for those who did not use hearing aids; there was no higher risk for those that did use hearing aids.
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Taking Control of Your Hearing Health: A Guide for Patients
It may be difficult to admit you have a hearing problem, and even harder to actually do something about it. According to the Better Hearing Institute (BHI), people wait, on average, seven years to take action on their hearing loss.
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Patient Factsheet: Addressing Hearing Loss With Your Doctor
It may be difficult for patients to broach the topic of hearing loss with their doctors. They don’t know how, or when, to bring it up. And maybe they’re afraid that the doctor won’t take them seriously. Given the concerns that many patients have, it’s imperative that practitioners are prepared for these difficult conversations. Because taking the first step is important. Being prepared to address your patient’s concerns is also important. The Better Hearing Institute (BHI), the educational arm of the Hearing Industries Association (HIA), has released a digital flipbook for patients who may be wondering how to bring up the topic of hearing loss with...
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COMORBITITIES TO HEARING LOSS: OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADDITIONAL CARE
Age, genetics, and exposure to noise are still the most common threats to optimal hearing. But hearing loss also can be triggered or exacerbated by a heart attack or stroke, a range of chronic diseases and conditions, and some medications. As a hearing care provider, you have a unique opportunity to learn about the “comorbidities” to hearing loss.
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