Background The burden of hearing loss among older adults could be mitigated with
appropriate care. This study compares implementation of three hearing screening strategies …

Objectives: The prevalence of hearing loss increases with age. Untreated hearing loss is
associated with poorer communication abilities and negative health consequences, such as …

Background Hearing loss is common in older adults. Screening could identify untreated
hearing loss and lead to interventions to improve hearing-related function and quality of life …

Abstract Background and Objectives Hearing loss frequently goes undiagnosed and
untreated, with serious sequelae. Hearing screening facilitates diagnosis and treatment but …

Purpose To systematically review the evidence on (1) benefits and harms of screening for
hearing loss in adults age 50 years or older,(2) accuracy of screening tools, and (3) benefits …

PURPOSE Hearing loss, the second most common disability in the United States, is under-
diagnosed and under-treated. Identifying it in early stages could prevent its known …

Importance Hearing loss is common in older adults and associated with adverse health and
social outcomes. Objective To update the evidence review on screening for hearing loss in …

Background Hearing loss is a high prevalence condition among older adults, is associated
with higher-than-average risk for poor health outcomes and quality of life, and is a public …

Among the most prevalent of chronic conditions affecting older adults globally, hearing loss
prevalence is increasing and its impact on society growing. Untreated hearing loss …

ContextHearing loss is the third most prevalent chronic condition in older adults and has
important effects on their physical and mental health. Despite these effects, most older …