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Read the latest news about audiology and hearing aid systems.
Starkey Introduces New Pediatrics Program
April 22, 2010
Features Exclusive Partnership with Nickelodeon Starkey Laboratories, Inc. one of the world's leading hearing technology companies, is excited to announce that it has launched Starkey Pediatrics, a ne... Read More
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New Tool Designed for Operations on People with Severe or Profound Auditory Loss
April 21, 2010
A team of engineers from the CEIT-IK4 technological centre and doctors from the University Hospital of Navarra have designed a new tool for operating on the inner ear with maximum precision, reducing... Read More
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UC Center Chosen to Study Auditory Brainstem Implants
April 20, 2010
If a siren sounded but you were deaf, might you still be able to hear the sound? That is a challenge being addressed by Ravi Samy, MD, director of the Adult Cochlear Implant Program at the UC Neurosci... Read More
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Unitron Showcases Innovation for Real Life at AudiologyNOW! 2010
April 19, 2010
SmartFocus™ technology, Fuse™ and Smart Alert™ System exemplify Company's mandate to solve everyday needs Unitron's AudiologyNOW! 2010 exhibit is a comprehensive showcase of the Comp... Read More
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Hearing Instrument Remote Control ePen® Receives 'Red Dot' Product Design Award 2010
April 19, 2010
Siemens Audiology has been awarded the "red dot award: product design" for its hearing instrument remote control, called ePen®. The international prize is awarded annually by a prestigious jury or... Read More
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In the Ear in an Instant: Phonak Presents Audéo ZIP - A New Addition to the Award-Winning Product Family
April 18, 2010
Instant-fit high-tech CIC solution promises immediate customer satisfaction The latest addition to the successful Audéo product family by innovation leader Phonak, Audéo ZIP is a visuall... Read More
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Built-in Amps: Scientists Explore How Subtle Head Motions, Quiet Sounds are Reported to the Brain
April 18, 2010
The phrase "perk up your ears" made more sense last year after scientists discovered how the quietest sounds are amplified in the cochlea before being transmitted to the brain. When a sound is barely... Read More
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Starkey Introduces OtoLens - Completely Invisible Custom Hearing Aid
April 17, 2010
Minute Hearing Aid Resides in Second Bend of Ear Canal Starkey Laboratories, Inc., one of the world's leading hearing technology companies, is excited to introduce the S Series™ iQ OtoLens™... Read More
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House Ear Institute Partners with 97.1 AMP Radio to Promote Safe Listening for Teens
April 17, 2010
House Ear Institute (HEI) has partnered with 97.1 AMP Radio station for AMP's College Invasion taking place on college campuses throughout Southern California during the month of April. Teenagers are... Read More
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Sonic Innovations Releases New Super Power Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aid
April 16, 2010
Endura™ is designed for those with severe-to-profound hearing loss Sonic Innovations, Inc. will unveil its new 12-channel super power behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid, Endura, at the AudiologyNO... Read More
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Beltone Honors Dr. Jody Winzelberg with Prestigious Larry Mauldin Award
April 16, 2010
Industry Peers Recognize Dr. Winzelberg For Her Extraordinary Achievements Beltone Electronics awarded the Larry Mauldin Award for Excellence in Education to Dr. Jody Winzelberg at the AudiologyNOW! C... Read More
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Starkey Introduces S Series iQ; Solves Hearing in Noise
April 15, 2010
Mini Featuring Sweep Technology and Starkey On Demand Now Available Starkey Laboratories, Inc, one of the world's leading hearing technology companies, is excited to introduce S Series™ iQ, feat... Read More
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ASHA Awards: ARTA, SPARC, and AARC
April 15, 2010
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) will sponsor a travel award to attend the ASHA annual Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 18-20, 2010. The purpose of the Audiolo... Read More
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New Tools and Insights on Role of the Social Network in Hearing Loss Emerge from Ida Institute's Third Seminar Series
April 14, 2010
Ida Institute recently concluded the third instalment in its three-seminar series, Enabling Communication Partnerships. Three separate seminar sessions held in Skodsborg, Denmark explored the role tha... Read More
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Oticon Conferences Explore Importance of Staying Connected for Cognitive Function and Longevity
April 13, 2010
More than 900 hearing care professionals from across the country attended two recent conferences held by Oticon, Inc. that looked at the impact of hearing loss on cognitive function and the ability to... Read More
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Hansaton AQ Introduces Rechargeable Battery Technology
April 12, 2010
AQ In-The-Ear hearing system changes the experience of an entire generation Hansaton USA announces the AQ In-The-Ear hearing system, with patented rechargeable battery technology. The AQ hearing syste... Read More
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University of Northern Colorado Professor Deanna Meinke Receives 'Michael Beall Threadgill' Award from the National Hearing Conservation Association
April 11, 2010
University of Northern Colorado Professor Deanna Meinke, AuD., has received the "Michael Beall Threadgill" Award from the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA). Established in 1985, the Mic... Read More
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Howard Leight Offers Free Samples of New Pilot Push-in Ear Plugs for Occupational Hearing Protection
April 10, 2010
Howard Leight® is offering employers and workers free samples of its new Pilot™ push-in ear plugs for occupational hearing protection. Pilot features an innovative hybrid design offering sup... Read More
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Wanted: Hearing Health Ambassador for Siemens UK
April 9, 2010
Siemens launches a campaign in UK to find the face of hearing for 2010 From Popstars to X-Factor, Big Brother to Britain's Missing Top Model, reality competitions look to find real life stars from the... Read More
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Mike Woelffer Joins Hansaton USA
April 8, 2010
Representatives of Hansaton USA announced that Mike Woelffler has joined the organization in the role of Sales Executive. Woelffer is responsible for sales across the United States for the hearing aid... Read More
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