One in four will live with hearing loss by 2050, research states

One in four will live with hearing loss by 2050, research states

One in five hearing-aid wearers across the country have reported having better relationships after seeking treatment, according to a survey by Hidden Hearing.

One in four people globally will be living with hearing loss by 2050, but as many as one-third of those will live with it untreated, according to new research.

To mark World Hearing Day on Thursday, March 3, a new study on behalf of Hidden Hearing has highlighted the importance of treating hearing loss with benefits ranging from positive impacts of mental health, relationships, and happiness.

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