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Read the latest news about audiology and hearing aid systems.
Secrets of Baby Talk: Why Mothers Say Coo While Fathers Stay Cool
June 11, 2015
Research at the 169th ASA meeting in Pittsburgh suggests that by tending to avoid baby talk, men may provide a bridge for language acquisition for their children.WASHINGTON, D.C., May 19, 2015 -- Even... Read More
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Nearly 1 in 7 Hispanic/Latino Adults Has Some Hearing Loss
June 11, 2015
NIH-funded research points to factors related to environment, cultural subgroup, and certain medical conditions.In the largest study to date of hearing loss among Hispanic/Latino adults in the United... Read More
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Discovery of Critical Gene Mutation Linked to Hereditary Deafness
June 10, 2015
A gene mutation causing a form of hereditary deafness has been identified by an international team of researchers led by Xuezhong Liu, M.D., Ph.D., Leonard M. Miller Professor and Vice Chair for Resea... Read More
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Yellow Dot Program Can Save Lives in Emergency
June 9, 2015
The national Yellow Dot safety program is a tool to provide first responders with information about a disability and/or a health issue that can help them save lives, particularly in that first "g... Read More
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RIT/NTID Named Major Technology Sub-contractor on FCC Contract
June 8, 2015
The Center on Access Technology Innovation Lab at Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf has been named the major technical sub-contractor in a partnership... Read More
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When it Comes to Hearing, Diet May Trump Noise Exposure
June 7, 2015
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Although the old wives’ tale about carrots being good for your eyesight has been debunked, University of Florida researchers have found a link between healthy eating an... Read More
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British Academy of Audiology 2015 Annual Conference - Innovate / Integrate / Initiate
June 6, 2015
26th and 27th November 2015 Harrogate International CentreOn 26th – 27th November 2015 the British Academy of Audiology is thrilled to be presenting the 12th annual conference at Harrogate Inter... Read More
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ReSound® Presents at M-Enabling Summit
June 5, 2015
Discussion on Deaf or Hard of Hearing Apps Highlights Company’s Advancement of Smart Hearing.COPENHAGEN, Denmark--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This week, ReSound, a leader in innovative hearing technologies... Read More
Industry
Predictor of Successful Hearing Aid Use (No, We're Not Talking Magic 8-Ball)
June 5, 2015
Imagine there was a simple measure that could help predict who would be successful using hearing aids and who had a high probability of failure. Imagine the measure took less than 10 minutes to admini... Read More
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Experts Discuss Improving Outcomes for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing at Hearing Caucus Luncheon in Rayburn on June 11
June 4, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC, June 2, 2015 — The Friends of the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus (FCHHC) will host a Briefing Luncheon on Thursday, June 11, to examine programs that are designed to improve... Read More
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Advanced Bionics Announces TUV Approval of Naida CI Q90 EAS
June 4, 2015
The World’s Newest, Most Advanced Electro Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) System Receives Regulatory Approval for Commercial Release in Europe.VALENCIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Advanced Bionics (AB)... Read More
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RIT/NTID Student, STEM Student Researcher Takes Top Prize at National Conference
June 3, 2015
Annette Tavernese’s oral presentation excels in science and math education graduate student category.Annette Tavernese, a master’s student studying secondary education of students who are... Read More
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Phonak Calls for Nominations for the 2016 Cheryl DeConde Johnson Award
June 2, 2015
Warrenville, Illinois – (May 28, 2015)- Phonak is calling for nominations for the 2016 Cheryl DeConde Johnson Award for Outstanding Achievement in Educational and Pediatric Audiology.Award nomin... Read More
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Hearing Experts Break Sound Barrier for Children Born Without Hearing Nerve
June 2, 2015
Los Angeles research team studies brain plasticity, auditory brainstem implant safety in NIH-backed clinical trial.University Of Southern California - Health Sciences - A multi-institutional team of h... Read More
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Breakthrough in Tinnitus Research Could Lead to Testable Model
June 1, 2015
Global research team finds the neural network to be more extensive than previously believed.BUFFALO, N.Y. – Tinnitus is the most common service-related disability for veterans returning from Ira... Read More
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New Study Points to Better Classrooms for Children with Disabilities
May 31, 2015
Findings from UNC's Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute reveal the types of inclusive settings that may be best serving preschoolers with disabilities.A pilot study in 51 N.C. classroo... Read More
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Call for Nominations for 2015 Oticon Focus on People Awards
May 31, 2015
National competition celebrates people with hearing loss who are changing perceptions and opening doors.SOMERSET, NJ May 27 -- Oticon, Inc. is seeking outstanding individuals with hearing loss for th... Read More
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Cochlear Limited: Chris Smith Announced as Incoming Chief Executive Officer of Cochlear
May 30, 2015
Cochlear Limited, Sydney, 26 May 2015 (ASX:COH): Cochlear Limited Chairman, Rick Holliday- Smith today announced that Mr Chris Smith is appointed Chief Executive Officer/President effective 1 Septembe... Read More
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ReSound® Recognizes Global Accessibility Awareness Day
May 29, 2015
COPENHAGEN, Denmark--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ReSound is pleased to support Global Accessibility Awareness Day, reaffirming the company’s commitment to advance matters of access for people with hearing... Read More
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AG Bell Board Welcomes New Members
May 29, 2015
Spring is often a time of rebirth and renewal, and nowhere was that more evident than the elections process for the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. AG Bell is excit... Read More
