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.
Omega-3s may protect against hearing challenges
Jul 27, 2023
Benefits were seen for hearing difficulty, issues with background noise and the use of hearing aids.
Hearing intervention may have effect on cognitive change
Jul 20, 2023
No effect was seen in the total cohort composed of two populations, but sensitivity analysis revealed an effect of intervention in the cohort at higher risk for cognitive decline.
Optimizing hearing aid use can improve quality of life for older adults with dementia
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 28, 2022
Older adults with dementia may benefit from improving their hearing aid handling skills, according to the findings of a study newly published in JAMDA, The Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine.
Helping residents as they age into hearing loss
By
Steve DeMari
Feb 23, 2023
The best support for those aging into hearing loss may be a wholistic combination of innovative technology, engaged and informed caregivers, and supportive family and friends who can help them address...
Hearing-impaired seniors may get improved connectivity sooner after tech acquisition
By
John Roszkowski
May 09, 2023
Residents of senior living communities soon may get access to new technology designed to improve connectivity and reduce social isolation among older adults with hearing loss, thanks to a healthcare acquisition...
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.
Hearing loss tied to fatigue in middle-aged, older adults
Jul 11, 2023
The findings persisted after adjustment for demographics, lifestyle factors and comorbidities.