Hearing loss is one of the most common health problems in the US.  Here are a few reasons why you should address the problem sooner rather than later.

A recent study by researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests that people with compromised hearing are at risk of developing cognitive deficits — problems with memory and thinking — sooner than those whose hearing is intact.

Hearing loss can lead to depression.  A survey of 2,300 hearing impaired adults age 50 and older found that those with untreated hearing loss were more likely to report depression, anxiety, and paranoia compared to those who wear hearing aids.

Your personal relationships may be suffering as you argue over what your spouse said and what you heard or the fact that the TV is turned up too loud.

Having a hearing loss is exhausting.  Hour after hour, and day after day of trying to piece together what’s going on can be an emotionally and physically draining process.

Even if you think you aren’t having too much of a problem right now, a hearing test now can serve as a baseline for future tests.