The latest available statistics show that over 10% of the U.S. population reports difficulty hearing. That's more than 31 million people! And as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, that number promises to increase dramatically. 48 million Americans of all ages experience hearing loss, including one in six baby boomers. Hearing loss can be caused by exposure to noise, diabetes or other factors, but most often it's simply a result of aging. While you can't stop aging-yet-you can treat hearing loss. The good news is that most hearing loss is mild and treatable. There is no reason to tough it out or to be left out when you could easily be getting more out of life.