Research has confirmed that healthy hearing reduces the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Hearing loss has the opposite effect: It alters brain structure and increases the risk of dementia.
For example: A University of California San Diego study used MRI imaging to establish a definitive link between hearing loss and brain changes that raise the chances of memory disorders like Alzheimer’s, a type of dementia.
- Seniors with hearing-aide-corrected hearing showed no such changes.
The big story: Noise-induced hearing loss is rising, caused by consistent exposure to loud noise at work and noisy recreation (noisy sports, entertainment).
Why it matters
You can prevent noise-induced hearing loss—and the damage it inflicts on your brain.
More good news: If you suspect you have hearing loss now, hearing aids can restore healthy sound transmission to your brain, reducing your risk of dementia.
Follow the seven habits
► Download The 7 Habits for Healthy Hearing for yourself and your loved ones because better hearing today means better memory in the future.
Get the details about —
- The risks of untreated hearing loss
- The comorbidities that increase the risk of hearing loss
- Regular listening breaks
- Hearing protection
- Ototoxic drugs
- Cleaning ears safely
- Hearing screenings
Has loud noise damaged your hearing?
Hearing loss from noise is gradual and not benign. Untreated, it increases your risk of social isolation, falling, and dementia.
- Check your hearing health with a free, 15-minute hearing screening by an audiologist.
- Call 708-599-9500 to schedule.
Don't let untreated hearing loss threaten your health and happiness.
