Helping seniors hear better can help them stay socially connected. A recent study found that older adults who use hearing aids maintain more friendships and family relationships compared to those who do not address their hearing loss. This research ...

David Howorth lost his hearing in stages—first one ear, then both. For years, hearing aids and cochlear implants left him isolated. Then he tried an app that changed everything. His story isn’t just about loss. It’s about how AI and innovation are ...

Ear infections are a common and painful problem for young children. Currently, treating these infections means giving kids antibiotics by mouth for a full week, which can cause uncomfortable side effects. Researchers funded by the National Institutes ...

A new study from the University of Gothenburg reveals a hidden barrier for immigrants in Sweden: widespread hearing loss. Over half of newly arrived adults in language classes had hearing issues—yet few get help. This isn’t just about health. It’s ...

New research ties a common cluster of heart-and-waistline woes to Parkinson’s disease. Scientists tracked nearly half a million adults over 15 years. Their finding: the more red-flag health signs you have, the higher the risk of the second most common ...

The Shocking Ways Women's Brains Are More Vulnerable To Alzheimer’s

Women already face twice the lifetime risk of Alzheimer’s disease as men. New research shows that every day, fixable risks—like poor sleep or skipped exercise—hit women’s thinking ...

Scientists have long known that combining senses—like seeing and hearing—can sharpen our responses. But exactly how the brain fuses this information to guide our actions has been less clear.

A new study from the University of Rochester and University ...

Imagine having a simple tool that could significantly protect your brain's health—and it's something you might already know you need. For decades, scientists have understood that hearing loss isn't just about missing conversation; it's a likely harbinger ...

Hearing aids might do more than help people hear—they could help them feel better, too. A new study finds these devices may reduce troubling behaviors in people with dementia.

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The study found hearing aid use resulted ...