Have I got a hearing or a memory problem? How do I tell?

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June 13, 2026

You may think you have a memory problem, but it may be a hearing issue. Maybe you did not actually “hear” everything that was said and are having trouble recalling it because you never “heard” it in the first place. Get your hearing checked by a hearing specialist. We can also do a memory assessment. Find out more.

If you’d like more on signs of a memory problem, our companion article covers what to look out for, and you can browse the Memory & Hearing Health category for more.

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Have I got a hearing or a memory problem? How do I tell?

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November 11, 2022
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June 13, 2026
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