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General Motors Executive Receives First Leadership Award From The National Campaign For Hearing Health
March 10, 2002
DETROIT, Mich. - Larry Burns, GM Vice President for Research and Development and Planning, is showing that personal challenges often create the strongest leaders. Burns, who lost his hearing eight yea... Read More
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Pivotal Paper on Symphonix' Vibrant Soundbridge to be Published in Leading Otolaryngology Journal
March 7, 2002
Study Results Indicate the Implantable Middle Ear Hearing Device is Better Alternative to Traditional Acoustic Hearing Aids SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Symphonix® Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMPX) announced th... Read More
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Siemens Develops Intuitive Digital Science That Provides All-Day Comfort And Is Easy To Fit
March 6, 2002
Siemens Hearing Solutions Introduces a New Generation of Advanced Digital Hearing Technology Bringing More Satisfaction to your Patients PISCATAWAY, New Jersey - Siemens Hearing Solutions introduces T... Read More
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Cochlear Implants 2002: Facts About Cochlear Implants From the American Speech Language Hearing Association.
March 6, 2002
A new fact sheet on cochlear implants is now available through the consumer web site of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) at www.asha.org/press/cochlear_facts.cfm. In addition to... Read More
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Upcoming Seminar: Otitis Media and Language Learning Sequelae: Current Research and Controversies
March 5, 2002
This interdisciplinary conference will use an evidence based model to address current research and controversies on the linkage of otitis media in early childhood to hearing, speech and language devel... Read More
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The American Tinnitus Association Wants You! Tinnitus Research Funding Available
March 4, 2002
If you need funding for a tinnitus-related research project, please continue reading: The ATA offers $50,000 per year for up to 2 years or a maximum of $100,000 per year for up to 3 years for exceptio... Read More
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Acclaimed Best-Selling Author Amy Tan to Address General Assembly at Convention 2002
March 4, 2002
(McLean, VA) - One of the most highly acclaimed writers of our time, Amy Tan, will address the General Assembly at the American Academy of Audiology's 14th Annual Convention & Expo from April 17-20, 2... Read More
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BTE Survey: Help Determine Preferred BTE Options and Features
March 1, 2002
Please click here to participate in the Audiology Online BTE Preferences survey Read More
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ASHA's Board of Ethics—Let's Get Acquainted
March 1, 2002
Credit: From the Feb. 19, 2002 issue of The ASHA Leader by Nancy P. Huffman Ask many ASHA members about the work of our Board of Ethics (BOE)—and its value to them and their own work—and t... Read More
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Kids and their Cochlear Implants
February 28, 2002
Advanced Bionics asked children about their Clarion cochlear implants. They answered. Well, they didn't just answer -- they created phenomenal works of art! Many CLARION kids responded to the call for... Read More
Industry
Worthington Receives Larry Mauldin Award for Excellence at 14th Annual AAA Convention
February 27, 2002
CHICAGO - Beltone Electronics Corporation awards the coveted Larry Mauldin Award for Excellence in Education to Don W. Worthington, Ph.D., at the 14th Annual American Academy of Audiology Convention i... Read More
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Speechreading (Lip-Reading) Course Offered Beginning February 28th At The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
February 26, 2002
PHILADELPHIA, -- The Center for Community and Professional Services (CCPS) at The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, 100 West School House Lane in Germantown, will offer an 8-week Beginners Speechreadi... Read More
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TOS Systems and JambaTalk Partner to Provide Internet-Enabled Automated Patient Reminders
February 25, 2002
Albany NY - TOS Systems (www.tosnet.com) and JambaTalk (www.jambatalk.com) have teamed up to create an exciting new technology uniting the Internet, telephony and speech recognition! This partnership... Read More
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Expanded Options for Musicians Monitors from Westone
February 25, 2002
Westone Laboratories, Inc. has introduced a brown version of their UM1 monitor that is worn in the ear and designed for on-stage musicians, audiophiles, and anyone who appreciates clear, crisp sound.... Read More
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American Board of Audiology Waives Application Fee for Board Certification
February 25, 2002
For the first time ever, the American Board of Audiology waived the $75 application fee for audiologists applying for Board Certification in Audiology between March 1 and July 4, 2002. This will give... Read More
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Siemens Names David Sawyer Vice President of Marketing
February 22, 2002
Siemens Hearing Solutions announces the promotion of David Sawyer to Vice President of Marketing. Sawyer will direct the company's marketing services, product development and management, software and... Read More
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PCO School of Audiology Open House Invitation
February 20, 2002
The PCO School of Audiology at the American Academy of Audiology Convention The Faculty of the School of Audiology at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry cordially invite you to our Open House Satur... Read More
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National Campaign for Hearing Health and Sonomax Collaborate to Fight Toxic Noise
February 20, 2002
DALLAS - Sonomax Hearing Healthcare Inc. (CDNX:SHH) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate with the National Campaign for Hearing Health (NCHH) in... Read More
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MDs Often Misdiagnose Cause of Cough, Sore Throat
February 19, 2002
When a physician tries to determine whether or not a patient's cough or sore throat is caused by a bacterium or a virus, they're correct only 50% of the time, according to a team of Israeli researcher... Read More
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Free Media: Getting Your Message to the Marketplace
February 19, 2002
Telling stories about the good work you (or others) do within the community is a focal point for free marketing. Local newspapers, newsletters, radio and TV stations can be outlets. Ten years ago, the... Read More
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