Hearing Loss Strongly Tied to Increased Dementia Risk
A new national study shows dementia prevalence is 61% higher among older individuals with moderate to severe hearing loss. But hearing aid use was associated with a 32% decrease in dementia risk.
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A new national study shows dementia prevalence is 61% higher among older individuals with moderate to severe hearing loss. But hearing aid use was associated with a 32% decrease in dementia risk.
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