At Beneficial Hearing Aid Center, we believe every woman deserves to hear their best. But when your to-do list is a mile long, carving out time to take care of yourself can be hard.
Staying on top of your hearing health is particularly important, as untreated hearing loss has been linked to a poorer quality of life. It’s also common in women: Around one in 10 women in the United States have some trouble hearing.
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we’d like to share seven things you should know about the relationship between your hearing health and your overall well-being.
- Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 cause of death in women—and it’s also a risk factor for hearing loss.
- Women with diabetes are 2x as likely to have hearing loss.
- Women with hearing loss experience higher rates of depression than women with normal hearing and are more likely to have depression than men with hearing loss.
- Lifestyle choices affect hearing loss. Evidence shows that smokers are at risk for hearing loss.
- Taking ototoxic medications, such as ibuprofen, can lead to hearing loss. There are over 200 ototoxic medications that can harm your hearing.
- Research shows untreated hearing loss is correlated to a higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
- Women with hearing loss often feel tired. When your brain receives incomplete sound signals from your ears, it has to work overtime, leading to fatigue.
Making your hearing health a priority is easier when you have a provider who understands your unique needs. Our team gets to know the person behind the patient, creating an individualized treatment plan that works for your life.
Make time for yourself and include healthy hearing as part of your journey. Call 352-629-4418 to schedule an appointment today.