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Read the latest news about audiology and hearing aid systems.
Unitron Makes it Easy for Individuals to Find a Hearing Healthcare Professional
June 14, 2013
June 12, 2013 - Plymouth, Minnesota — Unitron US has launched new enhancements to the ’locate a professional’ feature on its website, aimed at helping people who suspect they may hav... Read More
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ASHA Action Alert: Comprehensive Medicare Coverage of Audiology Services Legislation Introduced in the House of Representatives
June 14, 2013
Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) has introduced the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2013, H.R. 2330, bipartisan legislation that would provide senior citizens with a Medicare audiology... Read More
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The Hear the World Foundation Provides Over CHF 710,000 in Support of Children with Hearing Loss
June 13, 2013
Non-Profit Foundation Publishes its Annual Activity Report and Presents 11 New Projects.The Hear the World Foundation is committed to creating a world where everyone has the chance to enjoy good heari... Read More
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New Nanotechnology Research Study Turns Brain Tumors Blue
June 13, 2013
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Georgia Institute of Technology announce new technique that increases precision in brain tumor removal.ATLANTA (March 18, 2013) - In an article published t... Read More
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HIV Infection Associated with Increased Risk of Sensorineural Hearing Loss
June 12, 2013
A study using data from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database by Charlene Lin, B.S., University of California, Berkley, suggests that human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is a... Read More
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New Leadership: Salus University President Dr. Thomas L. Lewis Passes Torch to President-Designate Rear Admiral Michael H. Mittelman at May 26 Commencement
June 11, 2013
Elkins Park PA, (May 24, 2013) - Salus University’s commencement held on Sunday, May 26 at the Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall marked the end of an era for the healthcare education community.... Read More
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Language by Mouth and by Hand
June 10, 2013
Humans favor speech as the primary means of linguistic communication. Spoken languages are so common many think language and speech are one and the same. But the prevalence of sign languages suggests... Read More
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Douglas Beck, Au.D. Delivers Keynote Address at Hearing and Balance Conference, Malaysia
June 10, 2013
Douglas Beck, Au.D., Director of Professional Relations for Oticon, Inc. was among the leading international speakers who delivered keynote presentations at the first Hearing and Balance Conference, h... Read More
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Mom's Sensitivity Helps Language Development in Children With Hearing Loss
June 9, 2013
University of Miami psychologist and her collaborators demonstrate the impact sensitive parenting has on language growth for children who receive cochlear implants.CORAL GABLES, FL (March 8, 2013) --... Read More
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Now Hear This: Researchers Identify Forerunners of Inner-Ear Cells That Enable Hearing
June 8, 2013
Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine have identified a group of progenitor cells in the inner ear that can become the sensory hair cells and adjacent supporting cells that enable... Read More
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The Whole Enchilada - Upcoming CE Events
June 7, 2013
This year on AO, we’re focused on producing exceptional courses at both ends of the learning spectrum - basic courses and advanced courses. So let me tell you about a few special offerings of each c... Read More
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GN Otometrics Launches Must-attend vHIT Seminar Series
June 7, 2013
Attendees Will Experience Revolutionary ICS Impulse First Hand and Learn the Essentials of Assessing All Six Semicircular Canals.Schaumburg, IL - June 03, 2013 – GN Otometrics, the world leader... Read More
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HLAA Receives $50,000 Hearing Assistive Technology Training Grant from the CEA Foundation
June 6, 2013
The CEA Foundation has made a grant of $50,000 to the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) to fund a hands-on, train-the-trainer program on hearing assistive and emerging technologies for consum... Read More
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Sonic BTE, miniBTE and miniRIC Hearing Instruments Earn IP57 Rating for Dust Protection and Water Resistance
June 5, 2013
SOMERSET, NJ June 3 – Sonic announced today that the company’s BTE, miniBTE and miniRIC hearing solutions have been awarded IP57 certification for dust protection and water resistance.... Read More
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Ida Institute’s Time and Talk Tool Integrates Communication Process and Clinical Tasks to Help Clinicians Build Patient Relationships
June 5, 2013
Naerum, DK May 28 – Time is a crucial factor in today’s busy clinical settings. Practitioners are often challenged to gather information and complete required clinical tasks while also at... Read More
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Cochlear Americas Receives FDA Approval for the First and Only Ear Level Accessory for Waterproof Hearing with Cochlear Implants
June 4, 2013
The Aqua Accessory allows recipients to shower and swim under water with their Cochlear™ Nucleus®5 Sound Processor.Centennial, Colo., (May 31, 2013) –Cochlear Americas, the global lead... Read More
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Researchers Identify Mutation That Causes Short-Sightedness and Hearing Loss
June 3, 2013
Researchers have identified a new disorder caused by a genetic mutation that leads to short sightedness and deafness. They say the new link between the two sensory problems could lead to better unders... Read More
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Otometrics Introduces New OAE Generation Powered by Otosuite™
June 3, 2013
MADSEN Capella2 for Otoacoustic Emission Testing Available for Sale in US.Schaumburg, IL - May 30, 2013 – GN Otometrics, the world leader in hearing and balance diagnostic systems, announced tod... Read More
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The Lancet: Largest Study of its Kind Reveals Five Major Psychiatric Disorders Share Common Genetic Risk Factors
June 2, 2013
For the first time, scientists have discovered that five major psychiatric disorders—autism, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and schi... Read More
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BAA Celebrates 10th Annual Conference with ‘Building Skills for the Future’ – an Unmissable Conference Opportunity
June 1, 2013
On 18-19 November 2013 the British Academy of Audiology is excited to be returning to the North West for its annual conference at Manchester Central Conference Centre. This year, the conference will c... Read More
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