JOIN THE HEARING HEALTH MOVEMENT
Untreated hearing loss is a growing global health concern that has a profound impact on peoples’ quality of life.
New research is unveiling the correlation between hearing loss and cognitive health, highlighting the need for new strategies and initiatives that will help promote and protect our most precious possession – the ability to hear, think and live.
At LISTEN TO THIS, we are connecting healthcare partners, policy makers, patient advocacy groups and more – with the aim to raise awareness, form new partnerships, and promote new research on the impact of hearing loss and the benefits of timely hearing interventions.
This site offers more information on the impact of hearing loss and cognitive health, an overview of relevant published research and initiatives, as well as an invitation for new partners to join the movement.
Join the hearing health movement and let’s fight cognitive decline – from the ear inwards
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THE IMPACT OF HEARING LOSS
Hearing loss is more than a loss of sound. It can have a profound effect on our health and quality of life. The science is showing how an untreated hearing loss can potentially impact so many aspects of our lives – our social, mental, emotional, cognitive, even physical health. That’s why hearing care should be an essential part of living a long and healthy life.
The benefits of hearing care
Hearing is the third most commonly reported chronic condition after arthritis and hypertension. Although hearing loss by many is seen as more of a nuisance and something you can learn to accept, we are learning more and more the significant positive impact on your quality of life if you seek timely hearing care. It can improve the ability to communicate with the world around you and give back a greater level of independence.
ON THE FRONTLINE OF HEARING HEALTH
If you’re a hearing care professional, you’ll know that the world of hearing care is moving fast. And that the path to better hearing often starts with you. That’s why we want to arm you with the insights and inspiration you need to keep delivering the best hearing and health care possible. Now and the future ahead.
references
- World Health Organization. (2021). The World Report on Hearing (WHR), https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/world-report-on-hearing
- Lin FR, Pike JR, Albert MS, et al. Hearing intervention versus health education control to reduce cognitive decline in older adults with hearing loss in the USA (ACHIEVE): a multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Lancet 2023; published online July 18. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(23)01406-X
