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What are the trends in hearing aid ownership among older adults in the United States from 2011 to 2018?

Between 2011 and 2018, the proportion of adults aged 70 and older who owned and used hearing aids in the United States saw a modest but steady increase, rising from 15.0% to 18.5%. However, a closer look at the trends in hearing aid ownership among older adults reveals significant disparities based on race, gender, and socioeconomic status.