News

Oticon Foundation Awards Grant to SHHH for National Information and Training Center for Hearing Assistive Technology

December 2, 2003

December 2003 (Bethesda, MD and Somerset, NJ) - The Oticon Foundation has awarded Self Help for Hard of Hearing People (SHHH) a $15,000 grant in support of the National Information and Training Center...   Read More

Brain-Imaging Study Sheds More Light on Underlying Cause of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Syndrome

December 1, 2003

Results of a US study in this week's issue of THE LANCET provide details of the underlying physical causes of attention-deficit hyperactivity syndrome, with reductions in size of some brain areas and...   Read More

OTOVATION Announces Release of Pocket Hearo LE

November 27, 2003

Lederach, PA -- Nov. 2003 -- OTOVATION, provider of technologically advanced portable audiometry products today announced the release of its Pocket Hearo LE. The Pocket Hearo LE (for Lite Edition) is...   Read More

The AAC and National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine

November 26, 2003

The Audiology Awareness Campaign (AAC) recently arranged for audiologists to speak at 27 "National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine" conventions in 10 cities in 2003. Over 10,000 high school seniors...   Read More

10 Most Common Healthcare Mistakes Made by Seniors According to Institute for Healthcare Advancement

November 25, 2003

While seniors are living longer today than ever before, there are still serious health issues that occur with the aging process, ranging from arthritis and vision problems to hearing loss and forgetfu...   Read More

ASHS Department of Audiology Holds First-Ever Student White Coat Ceremony

November 24, 2003

The first Audiology white coat ceremony at the Arizona School of Health Sciences honored two second-year entry-level students Amanda Teuscher and Kristin Degueyter in the four-year Doctor of Audiology...   Read More

Unitron releases e-version of their pamphlet on UE-10 conventional mini-BTE

November 21, 2003

Unitron releases e-version of their pamphlet on UE-10 conventional mini-BTE. Click Here for more information. Click here to visit the Unitron Hearing website   Read More

Unitron Hearing releases e-version of their pamphlet of Practical Digital Solutions

November 21, 2003

Unitron Hearing releases e-version of their pamphlet of Practical Digital Solutions... Click Here for more information. Click here to visit the Unitron Hearing website   Read More

Starkey Hearing Foundation Founder William Austin Named as 2003 National Caring Award Recipient

November 20, 2003

William Austin, founder and CEO of Starkey Laboratories, Inc. and the Starkey Hearing Foundation, was honored with a National Caring Award for his generosity and commitment to service, it was announce...   Read More

Interton's Shell Spectrum

November 20, 2003

Minneapolis, MN - From smooth-solid to soft solid, Interton is perfecting a variety of shell materials that best suit the needs of each individual patient. Due to its success in achieving comfortable...   Read More

Bloem Leaving GN Otometrics

November 19, 2003

GN Otometrics, the world leader in hearing and balance diagnostic systems, announced that Del Bloem, president of GN Otometrics North America, will retire from the company at the end of November to pu...   Read More

Cochlear Releases E-Version of Their Popular Pamphlet: ''A Guide to Cochlear Implants.''

November 18, 2003

Cochlear releases e-version of their popular pamphlet: "A guide to cochlear implants." Click Here for more information. Click here to visit the Cochlear Americas website   Read More

ASHS Graduates Honored by AFA

November 18, 2003

From left to right are Nancy Green, Au.D, who is an ASHS faculty member, award winner Alisa Feldman, Au.D., award winner Melvin Sorkowitz, Au.D., and Henry Trahan, Au.D., ASHS faculty member. Three gr...   Read More

Etymotic releases: Musicians Ear Plugs: Recommendations, examples and explanations

November 17, 2003

Etymotic releases: Musicians Ear Plugs: Recommendations, examples and explanations. Click Here   Read More

ERO SCAN...OAE test systems...reliable, quick, cost-effective.

November 17, 2003

ERO SCAN...OAE test systems...reliable, quick, cost-effective. Click Here for more information. Click here to visit the Etymotic Research website   Read More

Protect your Investment in Better Hearing with Loss, and Accidental Damage Coverage with ESCO's Protection Plus

November 15, 2003

The Protection Plus covers against Loss and Accidental Damage following the expiration of the manufacturer's original warranty. Repairs that are the result of normal war and tear are not covered under...   Read More

Industry

Stapedoplasty - Surgical Treatment for Otosclerosis From Russia

November 14, 2003

The "hinge-like" stapedoplasty (from Russia) and it's advantages, as a treatment for otosclerosis is described on this website. The advantage of stapedoplasty is explained by restoring the hinge mecha...   Read More

Siemens Welcomes New Members to Sales Team

November 13, 2003

Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. announces five new sales representatives have joined the Siemens team. With nearly 50 years of combined industry experience, these sales representatives were selected...   Read More

Understanding Your Baby's Hearing© Added to the ''Understanding... Series of Patient Education Materials''

November 12, 2003

Understanding Your Baby's Hearing© was developed for use by screening hospitals and audiologists to explain hearing and hearing loss in infants to parents and caregivers. Topics covered include E...   Read More

H.E.A.R. Announces New Board Member

November 11, 2003

Hearing Education and Awareness for Rockers (H.E.A.R.) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Douglas L. Beck to its Board of Directors. Douglas L. Beck, Au.D., is president and editor-in-chief o...   Read More