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Read the latest news about audiology and hearing aid systems.
Notice from the FCC on Operation of Wireless Mics
March 20, 2010
As a part of the digital TV transition, the 700 MHz band has been reallocated from TV use to public safety and new wireless services. There are some wireless microphones that shared that band with TV... Read More
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Improved Air Quality Linked to Fewer Pediatric Ear Infections
March 19, 2010
A new study by researchers at UCLA and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston suggests that improvements in air quality over the past decade have resulted in fewer cases of ear infections in children.... Read More
Research
NIOSH and NHCA Present 2010 Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Awards
March 18, 2010
Work-related hearing loss is a permanent but preventable problem. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), in partnership with the National Hearing Conservation Association (... Read More
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New Oticon Agil Reduces Cognitive Effort Needed to Understand Speech, Leaving More Energy to Engage in Life
March 17, 2010
Oticon Inc. today introduced the most advanced signal processing concept ever with the launch of Oticon Agil, a second generation wireless hearing instrument family. The new premium product family def... Read More
Industry
Cochlear™ Americas Announces Immediate Upgrade for Nucleus® Freedom™ Recipients to the New Nucleus 5 System
March 17, 2010
In an industry first, Cochlear is offering immediate upgrades to their Freedom recipients Cochlear, the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, has announced that their newest product, the Nuc... Read More
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Monthly Review - Spring Training
March 16, 2010
Can you believe it's only a few more weeks until spring? We've got lots of great content on AO to help with your spring training and education, whether you're an audiology rookie or you're playing in... Read More
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Callier Volunteers Take Audiology Skills to Panama
March 16, 2010
Students Accompany Faculty Members on 10-Day Trip to Help Indigent - Students and faculty from the UT Dallas Callier Center for Communication Disorders continued their international humanitarian outre... Read More
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America's Hearing Loss Population Grows to More than 34 Million, New Study by Better Hearing Institute Finds
March 16, 2010
The number of Americans with hearing loss has grown to more than 34 million - roughly 11 percent of the U.S. population - according to a new study of close to 50,000 homes published by the Better Hear... Read More
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Oaktree Products, Inc. Donates Equipment to Rady Children's Hospital Parent-Teen ALD Workshop
March 15, 2010
St. Louis, MO. March 1, 2010. Oaktree Products, Inc. a leading multi-line distributor of audiology and hearing aid supplies, accessories and equipment is pleased to support an upcoming parent-teen wor... Read More
Industry
New Research Gives New Meaning To The Phrase 'Listen To Your Heart'
March 15, 2010
With Heart Health Comes Hearing Health New research published in a recent edition of the American Journal of Audiology, a journal published by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA),... Read More
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Introducing the Next Generation RIC Product Line from Sebotek—The Sebo HD
March 15, 2010
SeboTek hearing instruments are recognized around the world for their magnificent sound quality and their patented receiver in the canal design, which has revolutionized the hearing aid industry. Sebo... Read More
Industry
Survey Finds Misperception Around Hearing Aids Despite Significant Advances In Hearing Technology and Design
March 14, 2010
According to a survey conducted by Hear the World, a global initiative by leading hearing system manufacturer Phonak, despite significant advances in hearing technology, hearing aids were associated w... Read More
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Why Wearing a Helmet Could be Bad for a Biker's Hearing Health
March 13, 2010
Wearing a crash helmet is essential to a motorcyclist's safety, but could it actually be harming their health and affecting their riding? That is what academics from the two Bath universities are inve... Read More
Research
Florida Commits to Provide Effective Communication for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Persons
March 12, 2010
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) will provide qualified sign language interpreters as required by federal law to deaf and hard-of-hearing persons using its programs and services a... Read More
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NJSHA 2010 Convention Features Outstanding Audiology Program
March 11, 2010
The New Jersey Speech and Hearing Association has announced its 2010 convention, with a focus on a world-class audiology program. The convention will be held May 6-8, 2010, with the audiology sessions... Read More
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'Get in the Hearing Loop' Campaign Promotes Doubling Functionality of Hearing Aids
March 11, 2010
The American Academy of Audiology, on behalf of audiologists, and the Hearing Loss Association of America, on behalf of people with hearing loss announce a collaborative public education campaign, "Ge... Read More
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Deafness Research Foundation Drawing Contest: 'It's a Noisy Planet: What Are You Doing to Protect Your Hearing?'
March 10, 2010
In celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month in May, Deafness Research Foundation (DRF) announces a drawing contest for children and tweens ages 5-7 and 8-12, and teenagers age 13-18. The theme o... Read More
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2010 AFA Otoscope Program Supports 100 Au.D. Students
March 10, 2010
One hundred Au.D. students from almost 40 different Au.D. programs across the country earned otoscopes this year as part of the 5th annual Audiology Foundation of America (AFA) "Clued into Audiology"... Read More
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New Website Connects Consumers and Hearing Professionals to More Resources
March 9, 2010
Unitron announced today the launch of new websites that exemplify the Company's brand, values and promise to connect with hearing healthcare professional and their clients. The Company's global websit... Read More
Industry
ASHA Foundation Awards 39 Research Grants, Scholarships, Clinical Awards
March 8, 2010
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation) recently awarded $378,000 to 39 individuals in support of groundbreaking research investigations, research travel stipends, doctoral and... Read More
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