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.

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

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

You're trying to listen to your friend in a crowded restaurant or follow a story someone's telling at a party. The problem? You can't make out most of it. That raises some red flags for your hearing.

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

If you find yourself asking your loved ones, "What did you say?" a lot, you might be starting to wonder about your hearing. You're not alone. Roughly 15% of American adults have some level of hearing ...