Think your untreated hearing loss only affects the volume of your television? Or it’s simply an inconvenience when you have to have others repeat themselves? Wrong!  Let’s take a closer look at how hearing loss affects work, reducing your income and chances of promotions.

Hearing Loss Affects Work

For those of you still in the workforce, having an untreated hearing loss can also affect your bottom line!  According to the Better Hearing Institute, Americans who don’t treat their hearing loss collectively lose more than $100 billion annually!  

Hearing loss affects more than 31 million people living in the United States.  A mere 23% of that population make the decision to treat their hearing loss with use of hearing aids.  This means that nearly three out of every four people that need hearing aids do not actually pursue them. Which is why it’s one of the most undertreated disabilities in the country.

This loss of income resulting from untreated hearing loss can come from multiple sources.  Studies show that those who work with an untreated hearing loss are typically underemployed or experience a higher incidence of unemployment.  For example, misheard or misunderstood instructions or details can cause errors in projects or duties. This cost time and money, and can actually cost you a potential promotion or raise!  Not only that, but too many mistakes or inaccuracies could cost you your job!

Save with Hearing Aids

There is good news, however!  In recent studies, they found out that it’s beneficial for people to use hearing aids for hearing loss. Why? Because they can cut their loss of income easily by at least 50%.  You’ll be hearing better and you’ll be more effective at work. Your coworkers will definitely be happier with you.  And if you are choosing not to wear hearing aids because of vanity reasons, it may be time to reconsider.  Most people will notice your inability to understand them much quicker than they will notice a discreet pair of hearing aids!

Have you noticed that you’re having difficulty hearing your employer or coworkers? It’s time to take control of the situation. Don’t wait until hearing loss affects work and ultimately your income flow.  Start with a hearing evaluation from your local hearing aid provider. Start the ball rolling towards better hearing, better quality of life, and potentially even better income!