Apple will sell AirPods with hearing aids built in
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 10, 2024
It’s designed as an over-the-counter hearing aid feature for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Sensory disabilities tied to worse subsequent mental health in seniors
By
Haymarket Media
Aug 28, 2024
Increased risk for low self-rated mental health and loneliness symptoms were seen for older adults with more sensory disabilities.
Hearing loss linked to increased risk for dementia
Jan 05, 2024
A higher risk for dementia was seen for those with hearing loss not using hearing aids compared with those who were using hearing aids.
Hearing aid manufacturers still need to listen up about seniors’ specific needs: report
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 05, 2024
Many seniors could benefit from larger, more customized hearing aids, which are easier to manipulate, experts noted.
Prevalence of hearing loss significantly higher for cancer survivors
Oct 06, 2023
Two subjective questions can potentially accurately identify those with hearing loss.
New hearing aid technologies, designs help erase stigma of hearing loss, treatment
By
Dan Troast
Jun 27, 2024
We must continue to promote and acknowledge the realities of hearing loss and its progressive dangers while we work to make hearing care more accessible and acceptable to everyone.
New alert system makes sure seniors with hearing impairment receive emergency warnings loud and clear
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 09, 2024
A new emergency alert system targets seniors who are hard of hearing, combining bright flashing lights and louder-than-normal alarms.
Study identifies factors tied to age-related hearing loss
Mar 11, 2024
Being underweight and smoking were significant in men, whereas age at menarche and weight were significant in women.
Modifiable risk factors tied to young-onset dementia
Dec 28, 2023
Some of the factors include social isolation, diabetes, heart disease, vitamin D deficiency, high C-reactive protein and low handgrip strength.
Clinical practice guideline developed for age-related hearing loss
May 10, 2024
The recommendations include identification of sociodemographic factors and patient preferences that influence access to and use of hearing healthcare.