FDA Approves Med-El Cochlear Implant for Children 7 Months and Older
The FDA has approved an expanded indication for Med-El cochlear implants for children seven months and older with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss.
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Starkey Inaugural Supporter of UNICEF Children with Disabilities Fund
As the fund’s inaugural supporter, Starkey will help UNICEF deliver early screening, assistive technology, and broader disability support to children worldwide.
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Tricare Expands Hearing Aid Coverage to Children of Retired Service Members
Tricare provides hearing aid coverage for eligible children of retired service members, enhancing access to essential auditory care.
New Lab Prints 3D Custom Earmolds for Pediatric Hearing Aids On Site
The clinical innovation lab is improving the use of 3D printing for custom pediatric hearing aid earmolds to significantly improve efficiency in patient care.
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UnitedHealthcare to Expand Cochlear Implant Coverage for Children
UnitedHealthcare has expanded its coverage of cochlear implants to include children as young as 6 months effective Sept. 1, 2024.
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Phonak Details Upcoming International Pediatric Conference
The International Pediatric Conference, to be held this October 2024, will bring together global experts to discuss childhood hearing loss.
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Arizona Department of Health Services Gets Grant to Elevate Newborn Hearing Screening
The ADHS and the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing received a grant to enhance early pediatric hearing screening.
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Oberkotter Foundation Unveils Plan to Enhance Pediatric Hearing HealthcareÂ
The plan aims to enhance access to pediatric audiology and Listening and Spoken Language services for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Texting Program Supports Families With Children Who Have Hearing Loss
The HEAR program is a text messaging service supporting families of children with hearing loss through expert advice and community connection.
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Children Increasingly Exposed to Hearing Health Risks Via Headphones
While it’s not surprising to spot teens wearing headphones and earbuds, it’s also becoming a widespread trend among younger children, a national poll suggests.
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Harnessing Technology and Patient Care for Pediatric Hearing Aid Fittings
A look at advancements in pediatric hearing aids and advice to enhance the fitting experience for younger patients and their HCPs.
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France Approves Gene Therapy Clinical Trial to Treat Hearing Loss in Children
The clinical trial will test a gene therapy drug to treat children with a form of hereditary deafness caused by mutations in the OTOF gene.
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Gene Therapy Restores Hearing in Children with Hereditary Deafness
Researchers found the novel gene therapy to be an effective treatment for patients with a specific form of autosomal recessive deafness.
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Chronic Childhood Ear Infections Delay Language Development
Temporary hearing loss from ear infections can lead to deficits in auditory processing and language development in children years later.
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New Law Mandates Hearing Aid Coverage for Minors in Virginia
According to the legislation, coverage includes one hearing aid per ear, up to a cost of $1,500, every 24 months.
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Acclarent Gets FDA Clearance of Treatment Alternative for Children Needing Repeat Ear Tubes
Acclarent received FDA clearance for its pediatric Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System in the treatment of children.
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ACLU of Delaware Calls for Investigation of State Discrimination Against Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children
The ACLU of Delaware alleges current practices violate the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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Idaho State University Awarded Grants to Fund Hearing Care Program for Children
The Idaho Hearing Education and Aural Rehabilitation program is using funds to train, provide tuition, and financial support to 42 scholars.
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