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 ...

Picture starting your week knowing every hallway conversation and Zoom call will feel like a pop quiz you didn’t study for. Hearing loss can turn an ordinary office into a minefield—unless you have a plan.

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One in three adults over 50 is keeping their hearing loss a secret. New international research uncovers the hidden emotional toll of a condition that affects 3.6 million Australians, and why fear of judgment is keeping people from getting help.

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Hearing loss sneaks up on people, especially as they age. Most people don't realize their hearing is declining until it causes significant problems in everyday life. However, researchers have now discovered a method to identify those at risk using ...

Earwax plays a natural protective role in our ears, but when it accumulates excessively, it can seriously impact a child's hearing and development. A recent study of 357 preschoolers in India highlights just how widespread this often-overlooked problem ...

Six-year-olds can flip from sunshine to storm in a heartbeat. Scientists now call this flare-up “wobbly-tooth puberty”—the kickoff to ages 6-12, when the brain wires lifelong emotional control and social smarts.

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You know that friend who's always asking "What?" during conversations? Well, scientists just uncovered something intimidating about hearing loss. It's not just making chats awkward—it's rewiring your brain and speeding up mental decline. ...