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UC San Diego, SDSU to Roll Out Research Platform to Improve Hearing-Aid Technologies
October 7, 2016
A team of engineers from the University of California San Diego and audiologists from San Diego State University has set out an ambitious timetable for delivering two new electronic platforms to drama... Read More
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Nightclub Noise Danger in California
October 6, 2016
Physicians Sound Off about the Latest ENT Research during Otolaryngology’s Annual Meeting.SAN DIEGO, CA—A new study raises concerns about the noise level in nightclubs. Researchers in Sout... Read More
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New Program Could Improve Hearing Aid Use for Older Adults
October 5, 2016
MU researcher develops program to help patients adjust to hearing aids, increase overall use.UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA - COLUMBIA, Mo. - Hearing loss is the third most common chronic illness for... Read More
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Special Daymond John Apple Store Event Exhibits Accessibility of Halo 2 Technology
October 4, 2016
Starkey® Hearing Technologies VP of Education and Audiology Sara Burdak, Au.D., recently teamed up with Shark Tank’s Daymond John for an exclusive Apple® Store event on Monday, September 19 in San... Read More
New Study Adds Key Piece to Autism Puzzle
October 4, 2016
Innovative use of eye-tracker technology shows children with autism fixating more on the mouth than the eyes during emotional conversations.University of Vermont - Where do your eyes focus during a co... Read More
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New Study Shows Reduction in Tinnitus Loudness and Annoyance During Exposure to a Customized Acoustic Stimulus Delivered Via High Frequency Directed Audio
October 3, 2016
A recent study assessed whether HyperSound’s higher-frequency directed audio using ultrasound technology has the potential to reduce perceived tinnitus loudness and tinnitus annoyance. The resul... Read More
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The Lancet: Virtual Reality and Treadmill Training Could Help Prevent Falls in Older Adults
October 2, 2016
Combining virtual reality and treadmill training helps prevent falls in older adults better than treadmill training alone, according to a new randomised controlled trial published in The Lancet. The a... Read More
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Portable Artificial Vision Device May Be an Effective Aid for Patients with Low Vision
October 1, 2016
In a small study that included 12 legally blind participants, use of a portable artificial vision device improved the patient’s ability to perform tasks simulating those of daily living, such as... Read More
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Hearing Gets More Tiring for the Brain as We Age
September 30, 2016
With support from Sonova, a globally unique study by the University of Zurich has managed to measure and visually map the consequences of age-related hearing loss in the brain. Read More
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Cochlear Launches the World's Thinnest, Full Length Perimodiolar Electrode for Cochlear Implants
September 30, 2016
The new Cochlear™ Nucleus® Profile Implant with Slim Modiolar Electrode (CI532) is designed to preserve hearing structures, boost hearing performance and is easy for surgeons to use. Read More
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Oticon, Inc. Names Gary Rosenblum as New President
September 29, 2016
SOMERSET, NJ September 29 – Oticon, Inc. announced today that Gary Rosenblum has been named the new President of Oticon, Inc., effective October 3, 2016. He succeeds Peer Lauritsen who retire... Read More
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Halo 2 Made for iPhone Technology Shines at TechCrunch Disrupt
September 29, 2016
Starkey Hearing Technologies showcased its revolutionary Synergy® hearing technologies at the 2016 TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco on Sept. 12-14. Over 200 people stopped by the Starkey booth and... Read More
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Local Business Owners Earn Prestigious International Award for Family-Owned, Multi-Generational Business
September 28, 2016
Mobile, Alabama residents selected among over 350 business owners in the U.S. and Canada.September 19, - MOBILE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Beltone, a leader in hearing care for over 75 years, held its 20... Read More
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Otoharmonics Appoints New Senior Audiologist
September 27, 2016
Otoharmonics has announced that Dr. Damon Boyce, AuD has joined their team as Senior Audiologist, Clinical Education. With this hire, Otoharmonics reaffirms its dedication to providing high-quality se... Read More
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New Web Resource Cochlear Implant Continuum of Care
September 26, 2016
WHAT: ACI Alliance published a new online step-by-step guide for consumers, parents and professionals including those outside of cochlear implantation, on the cochlear implant (CI) process. Read More
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HEARing CRC's Cochlear Implant Research Showcased in International Journal of Audiology Special Supplement
September 25, 2016
Australian cochlear implant research has been showcased in a special supplement in the latest edition of the International Journal of Audiology (IJA). Read More
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Unitron's Engage 2016 Puts the Focus on Capturing Patients for Life
September 24, 2016
September 21, 2016 – Barcelona, Spain – New type of patients, new expectations and a new world of healthcare are creating opportunities for hearing healthcare professionals to redefine patient rel... Read More
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Starkey Hearing Technologies' Halo 2 Named Finalist for 17th Annual Tekne Awards
September 23, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS, September 21, 2016 – The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) has named Starkey Hearing Technologies as a finalist in the Healthcare-Established category for the 2016 Tekne Awards for... Read More
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Cindy Crawford and Linda Evangelista Now Support the Hear the World Foundation
September 22, 2016
Staefa, Switzerland, September 14, 2016 - The Hear the World Foundation is delighted to welcome the support of two legendary supermodels: Cindy Crawford and Linda Evangelista are now championing the c... Read More
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Beltone's myPAL Portable Microphone Accessories Named Top 100 for 2016 Chicago Innovation Award
September 21, 2016
September 15, 2016 - CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Beltone, a leader in hearing aids for the past 75 years, announced today that Beltone myPAL accessories have been named a Top 100 Finalist in the technol... Read More
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