Hearing is a wonderful gift that connects us and helps maintain meaningful relationships. Good hearing health is, therefore, an essential part of life, playing a crucial role in our success stories and enabling us to fully participate in the world around us.
According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, at least 1 in 5 people are currently experiencing hearing health issues. Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions and can lead to other serious direct and indirect health concerns such as dementia, depression and social isolation, stress, and fatigue (The Lancet Commission, 2020).
According to research conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO), 40% of people with hearing health conditions ignore or fail to detect early-stage hearing loss. Detecting hearing loss early, along with appropriate treatment or the use of hearing aids, can help control or reduce its severity.