TRENDS IN PREVALENCE OF HEARING LOSS AMONG OLDER ADULTS AND UNPAID FAMILY CAREGIVERS IN THE UNITED STATES: 2011–2022

Abstract

Hearing loss (HL) prevalence rises with age and is a potential barrier to communication, a key component of caregiving relationships. With a rapidly aging population, the United States faces a surge in age-related HL prevalence in tandem with demand for disability-related care needs.