Hearing loss often develops gradually, which makes it easy to overlook. Unfortunately, this delay in seeking treatment can affect much more than your ability to hear conversations. Research over the past 15 years has emphasized how untreated hearing loss impacts overall health, quality of life, and long-term well-being. Only one in five people who experience hearing difficulties seek treatment, leaving …
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The Effect of Hearing Aids on Dementia
Mar 22, 2019
Addressing hearing loss goes beyond enhancing auditory experiences—it positively influences various aspects of life, including confidence, physical health, and relationships. However, there’s a lesser-known but crucial benefit: the positive impact on cognitive health, particularly in the context of dementia. Recent studies, such as the one published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, shed light on the substantial role …
Read MoreHeart Health and Hearing: An Unlikely Relationship
Feb 12, 2019
It might seem a little strange that your audiologist is interested in your heart health. Yes, she thinks you’re wonderful and wants you to be healthy, but she also knows that there is a direct relationship between your hearing and your cardiovascular health. What’s The Link? Your inner ear (cochlea) is tiny! About the size of an aspirin tablet. And …
Read MoreYour Hearing and Your Heart
Feb 07, 2018
Hearing loss can be caused by heart disease. The connection between hearing loss and heart disease was made decades ago, but scientists and researchers were unsure of the connection. In recent years, it has become clear that the issue lies within the very fine circulation in the inner ear and the disruptions that are caused by poor heart function. Charles …
Read MoreDiscover the Surprising Connection: Rheumatoid Arthritis and Hearing Loss
Dec 01, 2017
Recent findings from the Open Rheumatology Journal have unveiled an unexpected link between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and hearing loss, marking a groundbreaking exploration into the intricacies of these two seemingly unrelated health aspects. Traditionally, hearing loss has been associated with various factors such as age, smoking, cognitive decline, heart health, and an overall decrease in quality of life. However, this …
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