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Neuro-rehabilitation Approach for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
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[Prevalence of self-reported hearing loss and attributed causes: a population-based study]
Mariana Sodário Cruz1, Luiz Roberto de Oliveira, Luana Carandina
1Departamento de Saúde Pública, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Botucatu, Brasil. msodario@yahoo.com.br
Cadernos De Saude Publica
|June 3, 2009
Summary
A study in Brazil found that 5.21% of adults reported hearing loss. Higher prevalence was linked to older age, recent illness, mental disorders, and medication use.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Audiology
Context:
- Hearing loss is a significant public health issue globally.
- Limited population-based data exists on hearing loss prevalence in Brazil.
- Urban areas in São Paulo State, Brazil, were selected for this study.
Purpose:
- To determine the prevalence of self-reported hearing loss in four urban areas of São Paulo State.
- To identify socio-demographic variables and health-related factors associated with hearing loss.
- To inform targeted public health interventions for hearing impairment.
Summary:
- A cross-sectional study surveyed 5,250 individuals aged 12+ in Brazil (2001-2002).
- The prevalence of self-reported hearing loss was 5.21%.
- Factors associated with higher hearing loss included age over 59, recent illness, common mental disorders, and recent medication use.
Impact:
- Findings highlight the need for primary care interventions addressing hearing loss.
- Results underscore the scarcity of hearing health research in Brazil.
- Further population-based studies are recommended to understand hearing health trends.
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