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One in Seven Middle-Aged Adults Has Hearing Loss

03-21-2011

Researchers in Madison, Wisconsin have discovered that 14% of middle-aged Americans have some sort of hearing loss. For those aged 48 to 59, that percentage jumps to around 20%, and for those 80 years old and older, the percentage skyrockets to 90%. The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health research study included 3,285 subjects from 21 to 84 years of age.

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Hearing Loss and Deafness

Our sense of natural hearing is a very fine-tuned, intricate process.  If at any critical point there is a malfunction or error, our hearing could be in jeopardy.   To hear naturally, the entire system must work right and completely in sync. If a part of the inner, middle, or even outer ear is damaged or missing, a type of hearing loss may be present.
The beauty of regular conversations is often underestimated.  When this facet of existence is lost, hearing loss is usually to blame.  One of the signs of hearing loss is the inability to understand people unless you speak directly face to face. If you have trouble hearing dialogue at church, the movies, at work, or at home, then you should consult our helpful pages about hearing aids, as well as our Find a Specialist selector; this is a sign of major hearing loss and steps need to be taken immediately.  To avoid the physically and emotional negativity associated with hearing loss, make the right decision, and don’t let another day without hearing go by. 

Learn More about Hearing Loss

Vision Hearing Health understands the need for educating consumers about their health, and we’ve brought to you several resources so that you can take matters into your own hands and take care of your most important assets.  Whether you are looking to learn about the social effects of hearing loss, signs of hearing loss, or the different types of hearing loss, we have the topic covered for you here.

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