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Obstructive sleep apnea and functional hearing loss over 8 years: results from the National Health and Aging Trends Study.
June 3, 2026 · American journal of epidemiology
Key takeaway
Sleep apnea increases your risk of hearing loss, which is important for our community because sleep apnea is more common and often undiagnosed among Black adults. Taking care of your sleep can help protect your hearing as you get older.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in respiratory helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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