A recent JAMA Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery study, published online July 21, indicated that tinnitus affects nearly 10% of the US adult population, and more than half of individuals with tinnitus do not discuss it with their doctor. Dr Taylor covers the implications of the study for hearing healthcare providers.
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It’s hard to imagine Michael Phelps improving upon the gold-medal swimming techniques he has demonstrated at the Olympics, but researchers at Bielefeld University in Germany say their new “Swimming Sonification” sound data system could make professional swimmers like Phelps even faster in the water.
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Otonomy, which develops and commercializes therapeutics for ear diseases and disorders, reported that its development of investigational drugs to help patients with Ménière’s disease and tinnitus, have had positive results in clinical trials.
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Researchers from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette have found that sea anemones, which have proteins with remarkable regenerative properties that allow them to rebuild their torn bodies, may be the key to repairing damaged hair cells in the inner ears, or cochleae, of mice.
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In the lab, Singapore scientists have created the “mini-brain,” a mini version of the human midbrain, which controls auditory function, vision, and body movements. The “mini-brain” is a key breakthrough for research studies of Parkinson’s and other age-related diseases.
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Oticon’s 2016 “Hear in Pink” campaign benefits the National Breast Cancer Coalition. In September and October, Oticon will donate a portion of sales of its special edition pink Oticon Opn and all Oticon Opn hearing aids to NBCC to help find a cure for breast cancer.
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Ditto is a small, discreet, waterproof wearable device that allows users to customize how they stay connected without constantly checking their smartphone (or having it on them). Users select which numbers are important, and Ditto vibrates to let them know when those calls come in.
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Audioscan released new software for Verifit2, Axiom, and Verifit VF-1. Verifit2 in particular is enhanced, with additional test features and capabilities for more accurate, efficient verification of modern hearing instrument test systems.
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ACI Alliance has published a new online resource on insurance coverage for cochlear implants (CI) including employer plans, Medicare and Medicaid, SS disability eligibility, and traditional insurance, as well as some “non-traditional” funding sources.
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Researchers have identified an inner ear deficiency in children with autism that may impact their ability to recognize speech. They found children with autism spectrum disorder have reduced otoacoustic emissions at the 1 kHz mid-frequency region.
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On July 20, Signia welcomed 30 select audiology students from universities around the US for the company’s annual 3-day Signia Student University at its New Jersey headquarters.
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Starkey reports on an exciting last few months with its Halo 2 Made for iPhone hearing aid, which has earned recognition from Inc. magazine, the American Business Association, and now a Gold Product Design Award from The Spark 10th Annual International Awards.
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General care physicians in private practice are experiencing similar consolidation issues as hearing care providers in private practice, as illustrated by a recent statement released by the AMA regarding a proposal to help preserve the viability of independent medical practices.
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In a CNNMoney interview, ‘Shark Tank’ star Daymond John explains how high-tech, smart hearing aids have changed his life. He uses Halo 2 hearing aids from Starkey with the TruLink app for sound experiences that he describes as “night and day” compared to life before aided hearing.
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The Hearing Loss Association of Delaware (HLADE) reports that Governor Markell signed HB 402, Delaware’s “hearing loop education bill” into law on July 19, 2016. According to HLADE, Delaware may be only the second state in the US to have this law. It is hoped that other states will follow.
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