Hearing Loss & Dementia
Hearing loss and dementia are closely linked, and research suggests that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of developing dementia for those that carry the genetic risk factor of dementia.
There is evidence that using hearing aids or other hearing interventions can help reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. By improving communication, stimulating the auditory nerve and reducing social isolation, hearing aids may help maintain cognitive health.
We have attached a great tool to learn more about the facts of hearing loss and dementia from some of the top experts of the hearing and neurology industry today.