5 MEDICAL REASONS

for an early treatment of hearing loss

69.7 % Relationship with partner has improved

since wearing a hearing device

35.5 % Love life has improved since wearing a

hearing device

1 Better hearing leads to better communication and that

means more happiness

2 Without a hearing aid the brain has to work harder and

hence feels more exhausted, stressed and frustrated

83.1 % General quality of life has improved

since wearing a hearing device

3 Hearing impaired people tend to retreat from social life,

loosing important stimuli to the brain. This is

associated with a higher risk of developing depression,

dementia and even cardio vascular diseases.

38.3 % Physical health has improved since

wearing a hearing device

4

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The longer one waits, the more

overwhelmed the brain will be when first

using a hearing aid.

The brain forgets sounds if they are no longer heard

5 People with hearing impairment are more often ill and get

paid less compared to normal hearing employees.

Kramer SE, et al (2006) Int J of Audiology 503-512; Nachtegaal J, et al (2006). Ear Hear 33:94-103

7%

48%

26%

51 %

other sick-leave Stress-related sick-leave

normally hearing

hearing impaired

% of people who reported sick-leave in the

12 past months, by reason for sick-leave

ACT NOW – LIFE IS ON!

If you or a patient experience difficulties following everyday communication, hearing loss could be the probable cause. Whether on the telephone, in a

crowded area or simply watching television, mild indications should be carefully monitored and treated.

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range of wireless accessories, we provide solutions to improve the quality of everyday life.

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