Research indicates a significant link between hearing loss and dementia risk, with untreated hearing loss identified as a ...

A Johns Hopkins study reveals hearing loss may significantly increase dementia risk in older adults. Researchers believe ...

Rising evidence shows untreated hearing loss may account for nearly 32% of dementia cases. Experts advocate regular hearing ...

Those who suffered hearing loss took 7.7 years to show mental decline, vs. 10.9 years for those with healthy hearing. Social isolation, one of the risk factors for dementia, is one possible ...

Brain Matters Hearing loss is a major risk factor for dementia. Hearing aids can help. Hearing aids, now available over the counter, may address hearing loss and help prevent cognitive decline ...

Is there a link between hearing loss and dementia? While research is still developing, hearing loss is a leading, but potentially modifiable risk factor. In this article, we’ll explore the ...

Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Dr. Frank Lin of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health about the link between hearing loss and dementia, and how over-the-counter hearing aids may help.

Hearing loss associated with development of dementia Date: February 15, 2011 Source: JAMA and Archives Journals Summary: Older adults with hearing loss appear more likely to develop dementia, and ...

Studies have found that hearing loss in older adults is a risk factor for developing dementia. But less than 30% of older people experiencing hearing loss have ever tried using a hearing aid.

While hearing loss can’t cause dementia, research shows that there is definitely a link between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Fortunately, OTC hearing aids can provide some relief.

May 5 (UPI) -- Older adults who have experienced significant vision and hearing loss are at higher risk for dementia as they age, a study published Thursday found. Compared with adults who have no ...

Addressing hearing loss may prevent dementia, according to a recent study. A team of researchers at Newcastle University in the UK suggested a new theory on how the loss of hearing may cause ...