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COVID-19 and Its Possible Impact on the Audiovestibular System

Research into the association between COVID-19 and hearing-related symptoms is still in the early phases. Fortunately, our knowledge of the audiovestibular system continues to grow alongside with our understanding of COVID-19. Authors Matthew Kelley, AuD, and Sugata Bhattacharjee, AuD, provide a brief review of research on Covid-19 and its impact on the ear.

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Audigy Summit 2021 Took Place June 17-18

Audigy announced that 800 professionals representing independent hearing care and ear, nose, and throat practices across the US and Canada gathered for intensive learning and discussions about the future of the industry during Summit 2021: Momentum, June 17 and 18.

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Oticon’s Gary Rosenblum Appointed HIA Chair

Elected in the spring of 2017, Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO, Starkey, now hands over the Chairmanship of the Hearing Industries Association (HIA) to Gary Rosenblum, President, Oticon, Inc, HIA announced. The members of HIA elected Rosenblum unanimously to this position.

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Dr Kasewurm’s Courage Summit Held in June

According to Dr Kasewurm, a total of 82 women in the hearing healthcare field from all parts of the country, including Alaska, “descended upon the little town in southwestern Michigan to hear 18 awesome female speakers discuss the most recent developments in business and in life,” while another 40+ women participated in the virtual program.

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IHS 2021 Convention to be Held August 12-14 in San Diego

The 69th Annual International Hearing Society Convention will be held—in person!—on August 12-14 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego. This year’s convention offers up to 9.5 CEUs, deep dives into the hottest topics in hearing healthcare, and networking with peers, subject-matter experts, and industry leaders.

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Eras in Hearing Aid Technology

The article by Jensen et al in this edition of “The Hearing Review” about sound quality through the ages got me thinking about how circuit technology has evolved.

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A Brief History of Hearing Aid Technology Types, 1979-2020

The technology and styles of hearing aids continue to evolve with new circuit and power capabilities, auditory research, and consumer preferences. With this evolution, consumers now have a wide range of choice in hearing aid form factors, as well as wireless and connectivity options. This article provides a brief survey of hearing aid technologies from 1979-2020.

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The Philosophy of Growth by Serving People’s Hearing Needs: An Interview with Bill Austin, Part 2

In February, William (Bill) Austin celebrated his 60th year in the hearing healthcare field. Few people have had a better front-row seat to the history of this industry than Austin. Purchasing a small earmold lab in 1970, he built Starkey Labs into one of the largest hearing aid manufacturers in the world and has played a major role in hearing aid dispensing, technology, and industry evolution.

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AAA 2021 Virtual Convention Begins

The American Academy of Audiology’s 2021 Convention kicks off April 14. This year’s convention offers exceptional presentations and virtual events for AAA members and attendees, including learning sessions and many opportunities to interact with colleagues, industry representatives, audiology students, and other hearing healthcare professionals.

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AAA 2021 Virtual Convention Starts on Wednesday, April 14!

The American Academy of Audiology’s 2021 Convention will take place virtually this year from April 14-16, with registration open now. This year’s convention will feature the same exceptional presentations and events that all AAA Conventions are known for, including learning sessions and many opportunities to interact with colleagues, industry representatives, audiology students and other hearing healthcare professionals.

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