More people in a gym means more noise, which can lead to some risk of hearing loss while working out.

You don’t have to be a rock star to lose your hearing. People of all ages are vulnerable, and audiologists say it’s important to understand the causes.

And now, in rare cases, medical experts say hearing loss is being added to the list. Michael had clots in his leg, lost function in his shoulders and arms, and had what he describes as “static” in his ears— profound hearing loss. Dr. Laurie Jacobs is co-director of the specialized COVID-19 recovery unit at Hackensack University Medical Center. Since mid-summer, a handful of cases of hearing loss have been reported worldwide, according to the International Journal of Audiology. Dr. Jacobs says it’s possible COVID-related hearing loss is being overlooked or underreported.

SAN ANTONIO – Social isolation is a frequent consequence of hearing loss. Consumer Reports reveals some important information about how hearing aids may be associated with a smaller risk of cognitive decline. The study found that older people who got a hearing aid within three years of receiving a diagnosis of hearing loss had a lower rate of dementia, depression, and falls than people who didn’t get a hearing device. If you’re worried about how hearing aids look, keep in mind that those clunky beige ones aren’t your only option. Plus, with people sporting Bluetooth earphones, it would be hard to tell that yours is a hearing aid!