“One in six Australians experience hearing loss.”

“Having a hearing test helps to detect the early signs of hearing loss, so we can keep our hearing healthy for longer.” The Australian Government is really trying to get across to the Australian public the importance of hearing care - an aspect of our health that we often neglect. We know through research that poor hearing (sensory loss in general) is a risk factor for the development of dementia.

There is an overlap in the symptoms of hearing loss and dementia. Both cause vagueness, misunderstandings, memory loss and social withdrawal.

Research has also identified hearing loss as a potential indicator of the development of dementia.

Get your hearing checked regularly is the best advice.