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Lack of awareness, gradual hearing loss, and financial concerns are the most common barriers to cochlear implant uptake in older adults. Learn more about how hearing professionals can help overcome these obstacles to improve quality of life for cochlear implant candidates.
Age-related hearing loss can be a major barrier to achieving healthy and fulfilling final decades of life for many. In this article, we explore how the aging population and the rising prevalence of presbycusis are likely to present new opportunities for hearing care professionals.
With the global population of 7.8 billion expected to reach 9.9 billion by 2050, the challenges for healthcare systems are well documented. However, as the population ages this adds a further layer of complexity. The United Nations note that in the next 30 years the percentage of adults over 60 will rise to 21.4% from
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