Comparative Impact of Hearing and Vision Impairment On Subsequent Functioning

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to compare independent impacts of two levels of self‐reported hearing and vision impairment on subsequent disability, physical functioning, mental health, and social functioning.

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