Can I face hearing loss as I age?

One third of people over 65 have some degree of hearing loss. Some hearing loss is an unavoidable aspect of aging, but there is one major preventive measure you can do to minimize it: avoid loud noises. The rate of hearing loss is on the rise, even in teenagers, especially those who use headphones when listening to loud music. Loud noise kills the nerve cells of your inner ear, and they don't grow back. These cells are crucial for translating sound waves into information your brain can understand. In aging, many of these cells will wear down, but loud noise accelerates the process significantly.