❤️ February is Heart Month — And There Is a Big Heart–Hearing Connection

Every February, we spotlight heart health — and that’s important. But did you know your hearing health may be closely linked to your cardiovascular health? It’s true: the heart and ears are connected in more ways than you might imagine. At Sonotone Hearing Aid Centers, we believe in whole-body wellness — and that includes understanding how your heart and hearing work together.

📊 Heart & Hearing: Important Statistics You Should Know

Heart Health Facts

• Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. It affects millions of Americans each year.
• Tens of millions of U.S. adults live with some form of cardiovascular disease — including high blood pressure, heart disease, or stroke.

Hearing Health Facts

• An estimated 15% of adults in the U.S. have some difficulty hearing.
• Globally, hearing loss affects over 1.5 billion people.

The Connection Between Heart & Hearing

• Research shows that people with hearing loss may have a higher risk of cardiovascular issues, including heart failure and other heart conditions. For example, mild hearing loss has been linked with about a 15% increased risk of heart failure, and more significant hearing loss with about 28% increased risk.
• Sensory impairments like hearing loss have also been associated with a 20% higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to people with normal hearing.
   

🧠 Why Heart Health Affects Your Ears

Your inner ear is one of the most delicate and vascular parts of your body — meaning it needs a healthy bloodstream to function properly. When blood flow is reduced due to cardiovascular issues (like high blood pressure or plaque buildup), the tiny structures in your ear may not get the oxygen and nutrients they need. This can contribute to hearing problems over time.

Additionally, hearing loss can lead to stress, social isolation, and increased cognitive load, which may further affect overall health, including your heart.

🩺 Why Regular Hearing Check-Ups Matter

We already schedule annual check-ups for our hearts, bones, and blood pressure — so why not our hearing?

Here’s why regular hearing evaluations are essential:

1. Early Detection of Health Issues

Hearing loss may be an early indicator of vascular problems before symptoms of heart disease appear.

2. Comprehensive Health Awareness

Routine hearing tests paired with your medical check-ups give doctors a more complete picture of your overall health — especially as cardiovascular risks increase with age.

3. Improved Quality of Life

Treating hearing loss through early detection helps maintain social engagement, cognitive health, and emotional well-being — all of which contribute to better overall health.

4. Prevention Is Powerful

Even if you don’t notice changes in your hearing yet, regular screenings can track trends over time — just like blood pressure checks — and help catch problems early.

💡 Make Hearing Health Part of Your Heart Health Plan

This February, as you focus on your cardiovascular wellness, here’s a simple step you can take:

👉 Schedule a hearing screening or annual evaluation — especially if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or other cardiovascular risk factors.

At Sonotone Hearing Aid Centers, we’re here to support not just your hearing — but your whole-body health. Contact us today to set up your appointment!