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Hearing Health

Hearing loss among older adults is common, affecting 1 in 3 people between the ages of 65 and 74, and nearly half of those older than 75. Hearing loss can impact all aspects of life. Learn about your hearing, and how to recognize signs it may be changing.
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What to know about hearing loss

Hearing Health

Hearing loss tends to come on slowly, and it can take years before being noticed. Yet early diagnosis and treatment are important. Learn more about the signs of hearing loss, how to find a caring hearing provider, and hearing care best practices.

Can Hearing Loss Affect Mental Health?

Losing your ability to hear can dramatically impact the way you interact with others and experience life. It can also put you at greater risk for developing mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression.

Check Your Hearing

Use Sony's free online hearing assessment to check your hearing in less than 5 minutes.

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