Opinion Articles

Telehealth in Audiology: Where Does Validity Really Live?

An audiologist explains why telehealth may provide valid, accessible auditory processing disorder (APD) care, with clinical standards that are matched to the questions being asked.

Be On Offense: Self-Advocacy and Hearing Loss

Dustin Giannelli shares how hearing loss and a brush with basketball legend Michael Jordan shaped his life, inspired HearsDustin.com, and sparked a powerful message of self-advocacy and inclusion.

“Auracast is Here!” Now What?

Audiologist and hearing advocate Juliëtte Sterkens, AuD, says that although Auracast holds great promise for the future, it will take some time and several provisions before hearing aid users and others benefit from it. Until then, telecoils and loop systems represent an exceptional and practical solution.

Untreated Hearing Loss, Hearing Aids, and Cognition: Correlational Outcomes 2025

A multidisciplinary group of authors explores the growing body of research on hearing loss, hearing aids, and cognitive health and concludes that audiologists and hearing healthcare professionals have an obligation to present a balanced perspective on the science.

Breaking Barriers and Increasing Accessibility for People with Hearing Loss

New technology like the Apple Airpods Pro hearing aid mode are widening options and solutions for people who are living with the challenges of hearing loss.

How to Alleviate Ear Pain While Flying

Effective strategies to prevent ear pain during flights, from decongestants and earplugs to natural techniques like the Valsalva maneuver. Learn how to protect your ears and avoid discomfort during air travel.