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USC Study: Hearing Devices Reduce Loneliness, Improve Quality of Life

The USC study is the first to link hearing aids and cochlear implants to improved social lives among adults with hearing loss.

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New Noise Reduction Tech Inspired by Owls’ Silent Flight

Inspired by the silent flight of owls, researchers have developed an aerogel that effectively absorbs both high- and low-frequency noise, offering a new solution to combat noise pollution in vehicles and industrial settings.

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AMA Adopts New Policy for Transparency in AI Tools for Medical Care

A new American Medical Association policy calls for explainable clinical AI tools that include safety and efficacy data.

Widex USA Wins 2 Stevie Awards for Excellence in Customer Service

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 11, 2025 | Hearing Aids, Industry News | 0

Widex USA has won two Stevie Awards for customer service, for its customer experience strategy and its front-line service team.

Starkey, Med-El Partner on DualSync for CI Connectivity

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 11, 2025 | Cochlear Implants, Hearing Aids | 0

DualSync is a bimodal streaming solution designed to enable seamless audio streaming from Apple devices to compatible hearing aids and cochlear implants.

Otolaryngologist Bobby Mukkamala Sworn in as AMA President

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 10, 2025 | Organizations, People | 0

Bobby Mukkamala, MD, an otolaryngologist from Flint, Michigan, has been sworn in as the 180th president of the American Medical Association.

WSA Americas Region President to Leave Company

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 10, 2025 | People | 0

Carsten Buhl, WSA president of the Americas Region and executive board member, will leave the company to pursue a new career.

New Drug Targets Bone Disease That Causes Hearing Loss

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 9, 2025 | Hearing Disorders, Research | 0

The drug LGK974, which inhibits the Wnt signaling pathway, shows promise in reversing excessive bone growth in sclerosteosis.

Deafmetal Brings Hearing Instrument Fashion to Museum Exhibit

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 6, 2025 | Accessories, Industry News | 0

Deafmetal, a pioneering brand turning hearing instruments into stylish, functional jewelry, is being honored at London’s V&A Museum for its role in redefining hearing loss as a source of pride and self-expression.

Citadel Launches Digital Signage Software, Android App

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 5, 2025 | Marketing | 0

Citadel Texas’ Citadel Digital Signage software suite now features a new Android app and media player designed to boost customer engagement.

Listen Technologies, Ampetronic Become HLAA Hear For Life Partners

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 5, 2025 | Assistive Technologies, Organizations | 0

As HLAA Hear For Life partners, Listen Technologies and Ampetronic will sponsor the HLAA 2025 Convention and Walk4Hearing events.

AI Tool Detects Nystagmus Remotely

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 4, 2025 | Research, TeleHealth, Vestibular Testing | 0

FAU researchers developed a novel AI-powered platform that uses real-time video analysis and deep learning to diagnose nystagmus remotely.

MVP Launches “Pipeline” Feature to Project Future Hearing Aid Sales

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 4, 2025 | Practice Management | 0

The MVP Pipeline feature is designed to transform schedule data into predictive insights about future hearing aid sales.

Advancements in Audiometers: Making Testing More Efficient

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 3, 2025 | Testing & Diagnostics | 0

Modern audiometers are streamlining workflows, enhancing diagnostic accuracy, and improving patient counseling through integrated, automated, and upgradeable features.

University of Oldenburg Secures Funding for Hearing4all Research

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 3, 2025 | Research | 0

The University of Oldenburg’s Hearing4all research initiative has secured major federal funding as a Cluster of Excellence in Germany, enabling seven more years of pioneering work in hearing loss diagnosis, treatment, and technology development.