Up to 32% of dementia cases may be attributable to audiometric hearing loss, U.S. data suggested. Population attributable fractions were similar for both mild and moderate or greater hearing loss.

Mild or disabling hearing loss in middle-aged and older adults is associated with cognitive impairment, new findings show. However, unlike in previous studies, investigators found no cognitive benefit ...

Many people ignore symptoms of hearing loss, but left untreated, it can increase both mental strain and dementia risk.

Even though chronic hearing loss is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions for people 65 and older, less than 20% seek help for it, says Michael Hefferly, Ph.D., an audiologist at Rush. One ...

Even mild hearing loss predicted accelerated brain changes and increased dementia risk, with the strongest effects seen in genetically vulnerable adults. Study: Hearing Loss, Brain Structure, ...

The 6 subtle signs of hearing loss you should never ignore - Don’t brush off frequent hearing issues as just a natural part ...

Recent news stories reveal that hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia. As an autistic person, I have long been aware that differences in our sensory systems can be terribly disabling. Hearing is ...

Hearing loss in adults has many causes such as disease or infection, ototoxic drugs, exposure to noise, tumors, trauma, and the aging process. This loss may or may not be accompanied by tinnitus, ...

Struggling with the constant buzz of tinnitus or the frustration of hearing loss? You’re not alone and you’re not without hope. More than 50 million Americans live with tinnitus, and millions more ...

Hearing aids are often the first step for treating mild to moderate hearing loss, amplifying sounds the ear can still detect. When hearing aids aren’t sufficient, various implantable devices like ...

Hearing loss can stem from both genetic and non-genetic factors. Genetics contributes to a significant portion of congenital hearing loss in babies. As people age, they may experience a gradual ...