Posts Tagged: Hearing Loss

Hearing Loss Globally, 1.5 billion people live with some degree of hearing loss out of which 450 million require some form of rehabilitation services. This figure makes up over 5% of the worlds population, showing just how prevalent of an issue hearing loss is. Hearing loss can result from genetic causes, complications at birth, certain… Read more »

Although the vast majority of hearing loss is down to old age, a significant number of younger people experience hearing problems as a result of damage to their ears. This can be caused by a number of factors but the most common is repeated exposure to loud noise which ultimately damages the sensitive hair cells… Read more »

The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia   Dementia is an umbrella term for a number of related conditions, including vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. According to research, around 1 in every 20 people over the age of 65 suffers from dementia and the symptoms might range across various types of losses, including hearing loss…. Read more »

1. Get the person’s attention Before starting your conversation, make sure you have the person’s attention. Say their name before you talk to them. If you know a person has a better ear, consider moving to that side before you start talking. If necessary it may also be worth touching their arm to bring their… Read more »