Correctly treating a hearing loss has significant benefits for cognition and whole-person well-being.

Consequences of hearing loss include dementia and cognitive decline, anxiety, depression, increased risk of falls and injuries.

Risk factors for hearing loss are sleep apnea, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease.

“Early detection of hearing loss and appropriate interventions can mitigate many of the associated adverse effects in older people “

”Notably, people aged in their 60s with unacknowledged or unaddressed hearing loss are at increased risk of social isolation and cognitive decline…”

Should patients opt for cheap hearing aids or even DIY units, rather than do nothing about their hearing? The answer appears to be yes, almost anything is better than nothing.

But, buyer beware.

A proper assessment, diagnosis and technology evaluation will avoid accidental hearing damage, undetected pathology and dramatically improve outcomes through user education, a tailored solution and expert monitoring.