Tag: cause of hearing loss
Hearing Aid Use Associated with Improved Cognitive Function in Elderly
Hearing Aid Use Associated with Improved Cognitive Function in Elderly A study conducted by researchers at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) found that older adults who used a hearing aid performed significantly better on cognitive tests than those who did not use a hearing aid, despite having poorer hearing. The...
Hearing Loss Associated With Hospitalization
ÛÏHearing loss (HL) is a chronic condition that affects nearly 2 of every 3 adults aged 70 years or older in the United States. Hearing loss has broader implications for older adults, being independently associated with poorer cognitive and physical functioning. The association of HL with other health economic outcomes,...
How You Lose Your Hearing As You Age (VIDEO)
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How You Lose Your Hearing As You Age
The following is a guest post from John O’Connor. Hearing loss is one of the symptoms of aging. åÊIt should not be taken for granted. åÊThis dysfunction of the hearing organs can be dangerous. åÊIt can also be prevented. How can hearing loss affect your life? Sometimes, hearing loss is...