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1. The Wallet’s a Little Thinner for Those with Hearing Loss
If you think your hearing loss has little or no effect on your
lifestyle, think again. Americans with impaired hearing make
less money than those with normal hearing, according to a
national study conducted by the Better Hearing Institute (BHI).
Conversely, the study also reveals that the amount of income
lost is reduced when those with a reduced ability to hear wear
a hearing aid.
According to the study, a loss of hearing can reduce household
income by nearly $23,000 annually, depending on the degree
of loss. The good news is that figure is cut by 50 percent when
hearing aids are worn.
"We've known for a long time that
[loss of hearing] takes a toll on
people's quality of life and on their
ability to socialize and enjoy
everyday pleasures like going to a
movie or visiting family during
holidays," said Sergei Kochkin,
Ph.D., Executive Director of BHI.
"This study shows how untreated
loss also is a dollar and cents issue.”
Kochkin summarizes the study’s findings by saying, "People
with untreated hearing loss [who are] in the workplace may
not realize why they are being passed over for promotion. They
mistakenly believe that hiding their loss…is an effective
strategy for getting ahead. As a result bosses may overlook the

2. person, thinking they are not alert simply because the
individual's communication on the job is deficient. "
The Better Hearing Institute is a not-for-profit educational
organization whose mission is to educate the public about the
loss of hearing, its treatment and prevention. To download a
copy of the "Impact of Hearing Loss on Household Income"
study, visit the BHI website at www.betterhearing.org.
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