Hearing’s impact on brain health
Memory Matters will welcome Dr. Esther Vivas, MD, of Emory University School of Medicine for a special Speaker Series event on Friday, June 26, from 1–3 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Gathering Room, bringing nationally recognized expertise in hearing and brain health to the Lowcountry community.
Dr. Vivas will present “Impact of Hearing Health on the Brain,” an evidence-based discussion exploring the powerful and often overlooked connection between hearing, cognition, memory, communication, and overall brain wellness.
As research continues to reveal deeper links between hearing health and cognitive function, this timely presentation will offer families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and older adults valuable insight into how hearing influences the brain throughout the aging process.
“Brain health is about so much more than memory alone,” said Jill Horner, Executive Director of Memory Matters. “Emerging research continues to show that hearing plays a significant role in communication, confidence, social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and overall quality of life.”
Dr. Vivas serves on the faculty of Emory University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading academic medical institutions. Her work focuses on hearing and neurological health, and her presentation will translate complex medical research into meaningful, practical information families can understand and apply in everyday life.
The event reflects Memory Matters’ ongoing commitment to bringing nationally respected experts and leading-edge brain health education directly to the Lowcountry community.
“Our Speaker Series exists to empower people through knowledge,” Horner said. “Families navigating aging, caregiving, memory concerns, or neurological changes deserve access to the latest research and the best minds in medicine. These conversations help people feel informed, connected, and hopeful.”
The June 26 Speaker Series event is free and open to the public.
To register, visit https://www.mymemorymatters.org/events or call Memory Matters directly at (843) 842-6688.
