If you’re avoiding hearing aids because you feel they’re an admission of old age or disability, it's time to reconsider.
Today the research evidence is clear: Untreated hearing loss threatens your physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. Specifically, it increases the risk of
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Social isolation
- Mental health disorders (older adults with untreated hearing loss were 47% more likely to have symptoms of depression)
- Falls
Studies have also confirmed the benefits of using hearing aids: A new study published in The Lancet found that using hearing aids reduced the risk of cognitive decline by 48% in older adults who were already at higher risk.
The big picture
- Hearing loss is natural and expected, affecting roughly 48 million Americans.
- It develops gradually as you age, often combined with occupational or recreational noise exposure.
- Hearing loss is difficult to detect on your own because it sneaks up on you.
- Remember, your ears aren't broken. They need assistance detecting specific sound frequencies — no different than wearing glasses to correct your vision.
Smart technology
Modern hearing aids are intelligent, sophisticated technology designed to improve your quality of life. Today's hearing aids:
- Are small and discreet, both behind-the-ear and in-canal models
- Connect via Bluetooth to your phone, TV, and other audio sources
- Adapt to your environment by automatically adjusting volume and filtering background noise
- Can be controlled from your smartphone app for personalized settings
- Have long-lasting batteries so you can wear them all day without hassle
- Give you options like rechargeable batteries and waterproof performance to fit your lifestyle
Take charge
Hearing aids are not a sign of limitation but a sign of healthy living because they
- Allow you to stay engaged with family and friends and reduce your risk of dementia, depression, social isolation, and falls
- Help you take control of your social, psychological, and physical health
- Make possible a fulfilling life on your terms, regardless of age.
- Give you back the world of sound to enjoy with others
The first step
Call to schedule a free, 15-minute hearing screening with an audiologist. Don't guess or delay about hearing loss. Find out now.
If you have hearing loss, your audiologist will explain —
- How much hearing you've lost
- Whether your hearing needs treatment
- The hearing-aid options available to treat your hearing loss
Don't let outdated perceptions prevent you from regaining the joys of conversation and connection.
