News about hearing aids, hearing loss, cochlear implants, and more
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A new systematic review published in 'BMJ Public Health' sounds an alarm bell for the 3 billion e-gamers globally who may be at risk for hearing loss and tinnitus. The study unveils risks associated with extended gaming sessions and explores the need for hearing loss prevention.
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The Committee for Communication Access in America (CCAA) has conducted a survey to investigate why people who have hearing loss don't use assistive communication technology more, and they have now released a report of their findings.
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EssilorLuxottica takes center stage at CES 2024, revealing its first foray into consumer technology with Nuance Audio—a chic solution for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
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Here's a quick whirlwind tour of the most exciting hearing-related technologies featured at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on January 9-12.
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A new study published in the January 3, 2024 edition of The Lancet Healthy Longevity suggests adults with hearing loss who regularly use their hearing aids may experience a remarkable 24% lower risk of mortality compared to non-users.
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Olive Union has announced the introduction of its latest wearable, the Olive Max over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid, a 2-in-1 hearing device with a design that mimics sporty earbuds
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Hard of hearing and deaf e-gamers can now visualize key sounds like footsteps and alerts with Audio Radar, a product from Airdrop Gaming designed to transform game sounds into audio signals.
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JVC introduces the EH-Z1500, a Bluetooth-app controlled BTE hearing aid, marking the brand's first foray into over-the-counter hearing solutions.
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Researchers at the 2023 Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) Conference presented insights from the ACHIEVE study, a game-changing 3-year trial that shows hearing aids can cut in half cognitive decline for at-risk individuals—opening new avenues for dementia prevention and reshaping healthcare strategies worldwide.
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The US Federal Communications Commission is considering a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that tentatively concludes that hearing aid compatibility (HAC) for 100% of wireless handset models is an achievable objective and seeks comment on proposals to implement this requirement.
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Chicago-based Soundwave Hearing has announced 510k FDA clearance for its Class II Medical Device, Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids.
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In Tijuana, WSA's Americas Manufacturing and Distribution Center (AMDC) stands as a colossal symbol of innovation and global collaboration. This 95,000 sq. ft. facility, born from a 3-year effort, produces cutting-edge Signia hearing aids while embracing diversity and sustainability with the aim of helping people worldwide regain their hearing.
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