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Hearing Loss: A Missing Piece in Dementia Prevention

Based on data from a recent study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association, up to 1 in 3 dementia cases in older adults could potentially be prevented if hearing loss were addressed at the population level. Even mild or early-stage hearing loss has been linked to an increased risk of dementia, underscoring the importance of early detection and intervention.

Unlike some other risk factors, treating hearing loss even in a patient’s 70s or 80s can still have a meaningful impact. While public health campaigns often emphasize exercise, diet, and blood pressure, hearing health deserves a place on that list.

Read the full article to explore the research shaping our understanding of hearing loss and dementia.

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