Hearing loss tied to higher dementia risk in seniors
Johns Hopkins researchers followed 639 seniors from 1990 to 2008 and found untreated hearing loss at baseline correlated with greater dementia development. They suggest a shared pathology or brain strain from decoding sound may increase vulnerability, with hearing aids possibly delaying dementia.
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Ear problems rise as top travel complaint on flights
Air travel often causes airplane ear due to middle ear pressure imbalance during takeoff and descent. Tips include swallowing, yawning, chewing gum, and avoiding sleep during descent. seek medical help for severe cases.
Hearing aids offset income loss study finds large impact
The Better Hearing Institute reports that untreated hearing loss costs adults up to 30,000 dollars annually in income. Hearing aids can offset 90 to 100 percent of this loss for milder cases, highlighting the economic value of treatment for workers and safety in the job.
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Better Hearing Institute
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Walking improves health with regular brisk steps
Mayo Clinic notes that walking lowers bad cholesterol raises good cholesterol improves blood pressure reduces type 2 diabetes risk aids weight management and boosts mood. Brisk walking lowers heart attack risk similarly to vigorous exercise.
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