Hearing Aids and Counseling May Slow Cognitive Decline for Seniors

Source: Canadian Broadcasting Company - Health NewsSeniors at risk of dementia who were given hearing aids and counseling had less cognitive decline over a 3-year period, a randomized trial finds. Research published Monday in The Lancet medical journal found that at-risk seniors saw their rate of cognitive decline nearly cut in half if they wore hearing aids, compared to seniors who just received education. Experts say this study supports the need for seniors to use devices to lower their risk..