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Hearing Loss Raises Dementia Risk by 32%, Study Reveals
6/9/2025
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- A groundbreaking study in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals a startling connection: hearing loss in elderly adults can elevate dementia risk by as much as 32%. Hearing specialist Elaine Backman urges the use of hearing aids as a vital early intervention, highlighting their role in preserving cognitive health and combating social isolation.
