Importance Cochlear implants are a treatment option for individuals with severe, profound,
or moderate sloping to profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) who receive …

Importance Sensorineural hearing loss is the third leading cause of years lived with
disability worldwide. Cochlear implants may provide a viable alternative to hearing aids for …

Importance Age-related sensorineural hearing loss is a common health problem among
adults. Nearly 16% of US adults 18 years or older report difficulty hearing. The prevalence of …

Abstract Background: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), by 2025 there will
be approximately 1.2 billion people in the world over the age of 60, which marks a shift in …

Abstract Introduction: The 2016 National Academies of Sciences report “Hearing Health
Care for Adults: Priorities for Improving Access and Affordability” included a call to action for …

In this study, an assessment was made of the global assumption that working adults with a
mild to moderate sensorineural hearing loss experience more negative emotional reactions …

Objective/Hypothesis Hearing loss is a public health concern, yet hearing healthcare
disparities exist and influence utilization of rehabilitation services. The objective of this …

Objectives: There are no nationally representative hearing loss (HL) prevalence data
available for Canadian youth using direct measurements. The present study objectives were …

Although it is widely recognized that hearing aids and hearing assistive technologies can be
key components to improving hearing and communication abilities, the critical role that …

Objectives: Hearing loss (HL) affects a significant proportion of adults aged> 50 years by
impairing communication and social connectedness and, due to its high prevalence, is a …