Dr. Daniel Fink writes about a report studying brain changes over time that shows poorer hearing is associated with changes in the parts of the brain that process auditory input.
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Can hearing aids help prevent dementia?
Can hearing aids help prevent dementia? A NY Times article reviews research that suggests they might. Dr. Fink says a better option is to prevent hearing loss in the first place.
Can hearing aids delay development of dementia?
Can hearing aids delay the development of dementia? A recent study says yes, people with hearing loss should get hearing aids. Everyone else should prevent hearing loss.
Association of hearing loss with dementia
A Taiwanese study reports an association between hearing loss and dementia, mirroring similar studies in the U.S. Avoiding loud noise may preserve a lot more than your hearing.
Can preventing hearing loss now prevent dementia later?
Can preventing hearing loss now prevent dementia later? Recent research indicates the answer is yes. Rather than treating hearing loss later, protect your hearing now and you may avoid dementia.
Is hearing loss an early indicator of dementia?
Is hearing loss an early indicator of dementia? Researchers in Italy say older adults w/ central hearing loss may have cognitive decline.
New Zealand researchers agree: hearing loss is probably a dementia risk factor
New Zealand researchers confirm that hearing loss is probably a dementia risk factor. Avoiding noise, then, will do more than just protect hearing.
Treating hearing loss may help prevent dementia
The Lancet reports that treating hearing loss may help prevent dementia. So why isn’t the prevention of hearing loss a top public health goal?
Consumer Reports looks at affordable solutions to hearing loss:
Consumer Reports looks at affordable options for people suffering from hearing loss, with a discussion about the high price of hearing aids and a look at PSAPs.