September is World Alzheimer’s Month! Alzheimer’s disease is a rapidly growing medical condition that can prevent people from navigating their life fully and independently. This global campaign aims to raise awareness about what people can do to be proactive about their health and reduce the risk of dementia.
Dementia refers to a range of diseases that cause cognitive decline, a reduced ability to remember, make decisions, solve problems, critically think etc. There are several types but Alzheimer’s is the most progressive and common form, accounting for 60-80% of all dementia. Research is focused on ways to prevent or delay the development of Alzheimer’s. Studies have identified hearing loss as a contributing factor.
Hearing loss is a chronic condition that reduces one’s ability to hear and process sound. It can be caused by several factors including environmental exposure to loud noise, genetic history, aging, and existing medical conditions (hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes etc.). Hearing impairment often happens gradually so it can be difficult to notice. It is crucial to be aware of the symptoms so you can detect and treat hearing loss as soon as possible. Symptoms include:
People can experience these symptoms mildly to profoundly which can really interfere with daily life. Hearing loss strains communication, impacting all aspects of life: career, social engagement, relationships, hobbies etc. Untreated hearing loss can deepen the impairment and contribute to other medical conditions like Alzheimer’s.
Research has identified a strong correlation between Alzheimer’s and hearing loss. Both conditions share several similarities including:
Studies have shown that hearing loss accelerates cognitive decline. Revealing that the risk of cognitive decline
These groundbreaking statistics highlight that the conditions are not only linked but that the degree of hearing loss increases the risk of cognitive decline. It also underscores the importance of treating hearing loss as a preventative measure!
You may feel nervous or anxious about getting your hearing tested. But hearing tests are painless and relatively simple! During your appointment, you can expect the following:
The information gathered during this appointment informs the most effective treatment options to meet your hearing needs. Fortunately, there are useful ways to treat hearing loss that help increase one’s ability to hear. Treatment can drastically improve health and decrease your risk of developing various conditions including Alzheimer’s.
Celebrate World Alzheimer’s Month by scheduling your appointment for a hearing test!
September is World Alzheimer’s Month! Alzheimer’s disease is a rapidly growing medical condition that can prevent people from navigating their life fully and independently. This global campaign aims to raise awareness about what people can do to be proactive about their health and reduce the risk of dementia.
Dementia refers to a range of diseases that cause cognitive decline, a reduced ability to remember, make decisions, solve problems, critically think etc. There are several types but Alzheimer’s is the most progressive and common form, accounting for 60-80% of all dementia. Research is focused on ways to prevent or delay the development of Alzheimer’s. Studies have identified hearing loss as a contributing factor.
Hearing loss is a chronic condition that reduces one’s ability to hear and process sound. It can be caused by several factors including environmental exposure to loud noise, genetic history, aging, and existing medical conditions (hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes etc.). Hearing impairment often happens gradually so it can be difficult to notice. It is crucial to be aware of the symptoms so you can detect and treat hearing loss as soon as possible. Symptoms include:
People can experience these symptoms mildly to profoundly which can really interfere with daily life. Hearing loss strains communication, impacting all aspects of life: career, social engagement, relationships, hobbies etc. Untreated hearing loss can deepen the impairment and contribute to other medical conditions like Alzheimer’s.
Research has identified a strong correlation between Alzheimer’s and hearing loss. Both conditions share several similarities including:
Studies have shown that hearing loss accelerates cognitive decline. Revealing that the risk of cognitive decline
These groundbreaking statistics highlight that the conditions are not only linked but that the degree of hearing loss increases the risk of cognitive decline. It also underscores the importance of treating hearing loss as a preventative measure!
You may feel nervous or anxious about getting your hearing tested. But hearing tests are painless and relatively simple! During your appointment, you can expect the following:
The information gathered during this appointment informs the most effective treatment options to meet your hearing needs. Fortunately, there are useful ways to treat hearing loss that help increase one’s ability to hear. Treatment can drastically improve health and decrease your risk of developing various conditions including Alzheimer’s.
Celebrate World Alzheimer’s Month by scheduling your appointment for a hearing test!
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