Untreated hearing loss affects not just hearing but also cognitive, mental, and physical health. It significantly contributes to dementia risk, depression, and reduced workforce participation.
Encouragingly, studies show that people who take active steps to treat their hearing loss maintain a better quality of life and experience a slower decline in daily functioning.
This infographic is based on the EHIMA evidence paper “Hearing care as a public health priority: Understanding its benefits and why improved access matters” (October 2025).
