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Podcast: Late Night Health Radio
Episode: Hear Better - Engage More with Lexie
Description: It’s estimated that 44 million Americans experience hearing loss, but only one-fifth get help. Research has shown that there is a significant relationship between hearing loss, cognitive decline and depression in the elderly. In 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that hearing aids can be sold over-the-counter without a prescription to adults over the age of 18. This long sought-after change helps consumers frustrated by expensive exams and even more expensive devices. World-renowned hearing expert Professor De Wet Swanepoel explains what this means for consumers this edition of Late Night Health. Learn how adults with perceived mild...