HIMSA announced the upcoming release of Noahlink Wireless, a new programming device for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) enabled hearing instruments that provides a wireless interface between the fitting computer and a patient’s BLE-enabled hearing aids.
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Problems may occur when we or the patient focus solely on a particularly attractive new hearing technology. We may forget that technology, while important, is no substitute for clinical expertise and common sense. A blend of expertise, patient participation, and technology will help us stay on track.
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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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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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Dr Van Vliet discusses the importance of gathering as much data as possible–even where scientific studies are lacking–to help the patient with hearing problems reach the best possible, or most fruitful, outcome.
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The community-based Wide Frequency Audibility (WFA) fitting method was created by the Starkey Hearing Foundation (SHF) to provide meaningful benefits for people with hearing loss across the globe. This article describes the WFA and the SHF’s community-based hearing healthcare model.
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Starkey’s Halo 2 Made for iPhone hearing aid has been named by Inc. magazine as one of the “Top 7 Most Brilliant Product Designs of 2016.” The Halo 2 won for innovative use of mobile and hearing technology.
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California-based Tinnitus Treatment Solutions (TTS) has created a large affiliated network of experts for tinnitus care in the US, combining teleaudiology services with onsite, in-person care at 4,500 partner locations nationwide.
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Dr Van Vliet argues that providing affordable, accessible hearing care is complicated, and technology alone won’t solve the problem, but improvements in the process will help. As recommendations from NAS are reviewed, it is important to consider processes as well.
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Fear can be a good thing. It can help us sharpen our skills, remain careful and competent when performing procedures, and look beyond protocols to explore other questions we should be asking our patients.
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The Hearing Loss Association of America launched the 2016 Walk4Hearing program, the largest event of its kind in the US. Thousands of people come out each year to walk in support of those with hearing loss. Spring Walks occur in 22 cities across the country through June, and Fall Walks begin in September.
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By creating a Tinnitus Toolbox based on best-practice solutions, hearing care professionals can use tinnitus evaluation results to tailor management plans that best suit each patient with tinnitus. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series.
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HR Editor Karl Strom considers what the FDA can do in the wake of its recent GMP workshop, the PCAST recommendations, and impending report from the IOM. Would these proposals lead to more innovation, affordability and accessibility for consumers…or represent a giant step backward?
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This year’s AudiologyNOW! AAA event, said to be the largest annual gathering of audiologists in the world, attracted 3,408 audiologists and featured a wealth of instructional sessions and workshops at the Phoenix Convention Center.
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Technology watch websites VentureBeat and Engadget report on Samsung’s preparations to launch Gear IconX, its wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Are these poised to shake up the hearables market?
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