Recent studies have shed light on the intricate relationship between cognitive health, dementia, and hearing loss. Research has shown that there is a strong correlation between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline. One study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that individuals with untreated hearing loss had a significantly higher risk …
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We all know that regular physical exercise is good for our bodies and our overall health. But did you also know that exercise can benefit your hearing too? So how much exercise do you get in a typical week? You may dread the thought of going to the gym or running for an hour, but …
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Have you seen the research connecting hearing loss with reduced cognition and dementia? Studies have shown that even with minimal or early-stage hearing loss, there are changes in cognition and brain activity. Even when the decrease in hearing ability is minimal, the brain begins to re-organize itself, resulting in changes in both speech processing and …
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Many people believe that hearing loss is an expected consequence of aging. Hearing loss is not usually viewed as a significant health issue, though it may involve inconvenience or difficulty communicating. Recent studies, however, are revealing that there may be more to hearing loss than just minor inconvenience. These studies have linked hearing loss with …
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If you pay attention to news programs, media publications or public health announcements, you know that regular exercise will benefit your overall health. You may not know, however, that getting daily physical exercise can benefit your hearing as well! Hearing loss is a big problem these days! It has been estimated that about 20% of …
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How much exercise do you get in a typical week? Whether it’s a run around the block, a long walk around the mall or a trip to the gym, we all know that movement is good for our bodies, but did you know it may be good for your hearing as well? Recent studies have …
Many people expect to experience hearing loss as we age: it happens to everyone, right? Hearing loss is not normally considered a major health issue when aging, but what if hearing loss causes other, serious issues such as Alzheimer’s and dementia? Studies have found links between hearing loss, communication difficulties, and mental decline. This makes …
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