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-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...
Regular hearing aid use linked to reduced mortality
Jan 05, 2024
The findings were seen in an analyses adjusted for demographics, hearing levels and medical history among adults with hearing loss.
Hearing loss tied to fatigue in middle-aged, older adults
Jul 11, 2023
The findings persisted after adjustment for demographics, lifestyle factors and comorbidities.
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.
How mobile audiology can help improve resident quality of life
By
Katy Crisp, AuD
Mar 21, 2024
Maintaining optimal hearing is essential for senior living residents and other older adults to uphold their independence and active lifestyle. Hearing issues in many adults in the United States, however,...
More frequent hearing aid use could help stave off dementia, experts suggest
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 08, 2024
Newly available non-prescription hearing aid use could have major overall health benefits and reduce the risk of dementia, experts say.