Hearing loss currently affects over 500 million people around the world, and this number is poised to reach an astonishing 700 million by the end of this decade. Studies have demonstrated that untreated hearing loss leads to feelings of isolation, depression and anger and even has the potential to affect one’s level of income. Quality of life is altered on more levels than the obvious sound-based communication challenges.
Despite common thinking, hearing loss is not a disorder of “old age”. In fact, 65% of those with hearing loss are under the age of 65. Genetics, illnesses and over-exposure to high levels of sound contribute to the possibility that you or someone you love will sustain hearing loss. Everyone is at risk and with the sound levels in our world increasing on a daily basis, the likelihood we will experience damage to our hearing is higher than ever. These are not trivial issues and it is amazing to think that the health of the auditory sense does not receive more attention.
Knowledge, Mindfulness & Auditory Longevity.
DrCraigKasper.com was launched in January 2007 to help drive important and unbiased hearing health information to the general public. Topics such as ear gear, emerging technologies, tinnitus and hearing preservation are regularly covered as well as issues related to balance function disorders and overall wellness. It is my hope that this exchange of "from the trenches" knowledge will help play a small role in making hearing health and wellness a priority to all generations.
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Craig A. Kasper, Au.D., FAAA
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Dr. Kasper is the man. If you are in the NYC area and searching for an Audiologist, go see him. Very knowledgable and professional. Also, if your a music artist like myself and are considering an evaluation, he is "DJ and Musician friendly".
Posted by: Joe Livingston | Friday, January 09, 2009 at 07:55 PM