Individuals with hearing loss are at a increased risk for developing cognitive decline and Dementia. While the risk increases with degree of hearing loss, it is important to note that even a mild hearing loss (e.g. having some difficulty hearing in background noise, turning up the TV a bit more than your spouse / family, having a hard time following a conversation in the car, etc.,) can increase your risk by 200%!...
In fact, the Lancet Medical Journal report highlighted that nearly 35% of all Dementia cases are considered preventable...
The Risk of Developing Dementia is 200-500% Greater with UNTREATED HEARING LOSS According to a Johns Hopkins Medical Study.