Managing age-related hearing loss and screening for dementia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how hearing loss in older adults relates to thinking and memory problems like dementia. It aims to improve hearing care and identify early signs of cognitive decline.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older
- You have been diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss (a type of hearing loss caused by damage to the inner ear)
- Your hearing loss is similar in both ears (within a small difference) and is not due to other causes
- You can follow study instructions and have lived in the area for at least 9 months each year
- You are willing to participate in long-term follow-up
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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