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The Aging and Cognitive Health Evaluation in Elders (ACHIEVE) Study. Frank. R Lin et al. 2023.
ACHIEVE is large research project looking at whether treating hearing loss in older adults can reduce cognitive decline. There were almost 1000 participants, all with untreated hearing loss. Participants were separated into two groups. The first group received hearing intervention (i.e. hearing aids). The second group received health education sessions where they learnt about a variety of health topic areas relevant to older adults, and how to actively ‘take charge’ of their health.
They were reviewed over a three year period and the results showed:
Researchers will continue to follow the participants’ progress to look at longer term effects of hearing intervention on cognition and other outcomes. This study really highlights the importance of treating hearing loss in order to maintain cognitive function and overall well-being.
The Need for Improved Detection and Management of Adult-Onset Hearing Loss in Australia. McMahon CM, Gopinath B, Schneider J, et al. International Journal of Otolaryngology. 2013;2013:308509.
This study explores the role of GPs in detecting and managing hearing loss. It outlines that there are two key areas not adequately met in the Australian healthcare system: (1) the early identification of individuals with chronic hearing loss; and (2) appropriate and targeted referral of these individuals to hearing healthcare providers. It also contains interesting data on the effect GPs can have on successful hearing aid use.
Listen Hear! The Economic Impact and Cost of Hearing Loss in Australia. Access Economics. 2006 February:31-34.
This is a detailed report concerning the economic cost of hearing loss in Australia. It thoroughly examines the causes, prevalence, assessment, health and other social costs, impact on individual lives, educational requirements, medical and social care of adults and children with hearing loss.
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