1. Hearing loss prevalence differs across sex and race groups.
2. Factors associated with hearing loss vary by demographic groups.
3. Older age, male sex, lower socioeconomic position, and noise exposure increase the risk of hearing loss.
4. Audiometric patterns also vary across demographic groups.
5. Tailored interventions are needed to address hearing loss risk across populations.

Source: JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery