Audibel Celebrates 20th Anniversary
The milestone was observed during a virtual event, during which network members shared stories of success, challenges they’ve overcome, and visions for the future.
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University at Buffalo to Hold Virtual 2020 Northeast Audiology Conference on November 14
The University at Buffalo will hold its 2020 Northeast Audiology Conference (NEAC) via Zoom on November 14 between 9 am – 5 pm.
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Audigy Holds Virtual Community Summit Event on September 24-25
The theme, centered on “community,” was chosen as an opportunity to highlight the many communities the organization was designed to support: its member community; individual practice communities; the patient community; and the industry community, including its manufacturing partners, all of whom were co-sponsors of the event.
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What’s Going On? More Loops and Fewer Telecoils
Back in 2017, listings in the “Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids” indicated that 83% of the hearing aids capable of containing them had or could be fitted with telecoils. The figure for the “2020 Guide” has shrunk to 75%, but that is not a completely accurate picture of the situation.
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Outrage or Contrition? How to React to the USPSTF’s Apathy on Hearing Screening by Physicians
As it did 8 years ago, USPSTF has come to the same conclusion that there is not enough evidence to recommend physicians screen for hearing loss in adults age 50 and older without signs or symptoms of hearing loss. How should we react to this? An opinion is offered from Karl Strom, Douglas Beck, David Fabry, Thomas Powers, and Kate Carr.
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‘Digital Future Friday’ Kick-off Event to Take Place October 9 as Part of 2020 Digital EUHA Congress
The new format features a broad range of the latest in expert knowledge, product innovations, and digital ways to connect for attendees, speakers, and exhibiting companies, according to EUHA.
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Auditory Insight Research Shows Online Hearing Tests May Not Encourage People to Seek Treatment with Hearing Aids
Hearing aid companies report that patient usage of online hearing tests has increased by as much as 500% since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in late March 2020.
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The Age of Telehealth
Every crisis has a silver lining and one of the clear front-runners during the COVID-19 pandemic is the increased use of virtual healthcare visits, says author Archelle Georgiou, MD. Telehealth for getting medical care over the Internet has been available for more than 20 years, but use of the technology was low until the pandemic severely restricted providers and patients from having face-to-face visits.
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New EuroTrak Study Compiles Data From Spain
Fifty-two percent of Spanish people with hearing loss do not use hearing aids for fear of social rejection. The fact is that the stigma around using hearing aids continues to be the main barrier in Spain today to people with hearing loss not wanting to adapt.
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COVID-19 and How It’s Speeding Up the Future of Healthcare
COVID-19 has transformed healthcare. The clinician’s role has taken on an increased significance. Because of this, it has sped up the adoption of technology to keep the hearing healthcare professional and the patient connected, even when social distancing is keeping them apart.
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EHIMA Reports 6.4% Growth in Global Hearing Aid Sales for 2019
As for the current year, due to effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the entire industry has experienced a significant drop in demand.
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Understanding Hearing Aid Rejection and Opportunities for OTC Using the COM-B Model
The COM-B model provides a framework for understanding factors that influence consumer behavior when purchasing hearing aids. While OTC hearing aids have been created to address affordability and accessibility, researchers Brent Edwards and Melanie Ferguson point out that the model clearly suggests consumers will continue to reject hearing aids until the other influencing factors are addressed.
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Tribute: Frank Ring, Hearing Industry Executive and Pioneer
Frank Ring—a well known hearing industry executive, former president of Audivox, and founder of Futuretone, as well as a friend and mentor to many in the field— passed away on May 7 at age 89.
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5 Questions & Answers about PPP and EIDL Loans
How much will be forgiven from a PPP loan? When does the 8-week period for using the loan begin and what kinds of requirements surround it? Michael Scholl of Starkey provides answers to 5 common questions about the PPP and EIDL loan programs
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Is Hearing Healthcare Essential?
During a crisis, it’s more important than ever that people stay connected. Hearing healthcare professionals must adapt to a world with Covid-19. They must begin to provide care in a different, but responsible, way.
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