235 - In-Tune: Communicating Clearly and Ethically about Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline/Dementia

235 - In-Tune: Communicating Clearly and Ethically about Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline/Dementia

How do we communicate the link between hearing loss and cognitive decline without misleading patients? In this keynote session from the 2024 Academy of Doctors of Audiology conference, Dr. Jan Blustein dives deep into the challenge of delivering clear and ethical messages about hearing health. She addresses the common pitfalls in public health communication, such as headlines that claim "hearing aids can slow cognitive decline by 48%," which can oversimplify complex epidemiological data and mislead patients about their personal risk and the benefits of hearing aids. Dr. Blustein revisits the fundamentals of epidemiological risk, explaining how population-level findings can differ from individual outcomes. She also explores the concept of "prevention" and how terms like this, while technically accurate, need to be handled carefully in conversations with patients. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, this presentation provides invaluable guidance on crafting messages that are not only accurate but also ethical and patient-centered. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or someone interested in the science of hearing and cognitive health, this session offers a fresh perspective on communicating research findings responsibly. Dr. Blustein’s insights will help ensure that patients receive the information they need to make informed decisions about their hearing and overall well-being. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest episodes each week, and follow This Week in Hearing on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter): https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-week-in-hearing/ https://twitter.com/WeekinHearing

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360 - Inside ReSound Sensia: Automatic AI and Smarter Hearing in Noise

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359 - When Accessibility Goes Mainstream: Captions, AI and What Comes Next

359 - When Accessibility Goes Mainstream: Captions, AI and What Comes Next

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358 - Beyond Hearing Aids: Why Assistive Listening Matters

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357 - How Hearing Conservation Services Benefit Patients—and Your Practice

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356 - Supporting Veterans with Better Hearing Care and Better Technology

356 - Supporting Veterans with Better Hearing Care and Better Technology

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355 - Advancing Inner Ear Therapeutics: Research, Innovation, and the Future of Hearing Loss Treatment

355 - Advancing Inner Ear Therapeutics: Research, Innovation, and the Future of Hearing Loss Treatment

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16 Juni 59min

354 - New Study Evaluates Nuance Audio Glasses: Can They Improve Speech in Noise?

354 - New Study Evaluates Nuance Audio Glasses: Can They Improve Speech in Noise?

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353 - Rethinking the Audiologic Evaluation: Is the Traditional Test Battery Outdated? Live from FHH 2026

353 - Rethinking the Audiologic Evaluation: Is the Traditional Test Battery Outdated? Live from FHH 2026

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