How Common Is Hearing Loss and What Causes Hearing Loss?
Approximately 28 million Americans have a hearing impairment. Hearing Loss is one of the most prevalent chronic health conditions in the United States, affecting people of all ages, in all segments of the population, and across all socioeconomic levels. Hearing Loss affects approximately 17 in 1,000 children under age 18. Incidence increases with age: approximately 314 in 1,000 people over age 65 have Hearing Loss.