Course

Ears and Brain at Work: Understanding Hearing and Cognition

Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026

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Full course description

Description

According to a recent Journal of the American Medical Association article, nearly 65.3% of adults 71 or older have some degree of hearing loss with the prevalence and severity rising with age. While many know hearing loss can lead to social isolation and cognitive decline, not many know what can be done. Learn how caring for your ears can also support your mind.

Class Time(s)10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST

Schedule

Day Date Time (EST)
Friday June 5, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Friday June 12, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Friday June 19, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Friday June 26, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST

InstructorVarsha Rallapalli

Varsha Rallapalli, PhD in Audiology from Purdue, leads research at USF on hearing aids and improving communication for those with hearing loss.

LocationBlue Palms Village at Fletcher

# of Meeting(s)4

Notes