Hearing loss has been consistently associated with lower levels of employment and income, but hearing aids can help. In fact, hearing aids can reduce the risk of income loss by 90 to 100% for those with milder hearing loss. Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions in the United States. In fact, because of an aging population, … Read More
New Study Finds People Living in Rural Areas at Greater Risk of Hearing Loss
A new study has identified those who live in rural America at higher risk for hearing loss. Why? Probably because many in these areas work in industries that consistently expose them to loud noises, like agriculture, making prevention the best course of action. A study recently published in the journal Lancet Regional Health-Americas, is one of the first to estimate … Read More
Hearing Loss in the Workplace
Is having a disability a barrier to employment, and more specifically, what is the impact of occupational hearing loss in the workplace? According to a newly released report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), individuals with disabilities face significant employment barriers when compared to their non-disabled counterparts. Primary barriers identified include non-inclusive hiring practices, limited training opportunities, … Read More
