Hearing Loss   

    28 million Americans or about 1 in every 10 people in this country has a hearing loss. About 30% of US adults over the age of 65 are hearing impaired and 14% of those between the ages of 45 and 65 have a hearing loss. 

    Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic conditions among people over age 65. Untreated hearing loss can strain relationships and limit activities. Hearing loss behavioral manifestations often mimic those of Alzheimer's Disease. Hearing loss in older people may be mistakenly diagnosed as dementia. There is a reduced ability to communicate effectively and increased feelings of isolation, depression, loneliness, anger and frustration.

    Hearing impairment can be caused by something as easy to remedy as a buildup of wax within the ear. There are several different treatments available for hearing loss depending on the type of the hearing loss Approximately 105 of all hearing losses can be helped medically. Due to today's modern technology, the remaining 90% of hearing losses may be helped with hearing aids.

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