At age 76, Dr Norm Dawson has been deaf for over 50 years and unlike many of his peers, he has no signs of dementia. Dr Norm sheds light on what he sees as a crucial but often overlooked aspect of cognitive function as we age: the profound connection between hearing loss and dementia.
Here, Ben and Dr Norm explore the Lancet Commission's 2020 findings on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care - covering 12 modifiable risk factors for dementia - a conversation gaining considerable momentum in brain health research. Dr Norm has a malleable view on health, and he emphasises the importance of taking personal responsibility for our well-being. As a passionate advocate for proactive health measures and thriving in adversity, he highlights the pivotal role of treating hearing impairment as soon as possible to reduce and delay further cognitive decline.
*For those listening, Dr norm explains how the cochlea implant works - to see the demonstration, head over to YouTube to watch!
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