1. Hearing loss in young adults correlates with lower employment rates.
2. Black and Hispanic patients are disproportionately affected.
3. Data from the National Longitudinal Study were analyzed.
4. Self-reported metrics were used for hearing status.
5. Hearing loss is linked to lower income levels.
6. Future research needed on long-term impacts.
7. Authors emphasize the need for equitable policy strategies.

Source: Frontiers in Audiology and Otology