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Georgia Academy of Audiology 6th Annual Conference
December 16, 2007
Marietta Conference Center and Resort Understanding Genetics- Kathryn Sledjeski, Au.D. Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting - Gus Mueller, Ph.D. Hearing Aids: Mike Poe, A.S., Michael Phillips, Michael Ni... Read More
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Faculty at The University of South Dakota Recognized for World-Class Work in Communication Disorders, Ecology
December 16, 2007
The University of South Dakota honored two of its distinguished faculty recently during the U's annual President's Research Day. Teri Bellis, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the Department of... Read More
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Sycle, the Hearing Industry's Number One Practice Management System, Launches New Campaign to Get Hearing Professionals on Track for 2008
December 15, 2007
Every year we all make New Year's resolutions and getting organized usually tops the list. Sycle is launching a campaign in an effort to make this priority a reality. Hearing care professionals can si... Read More
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Support the AFA's (Once-Yearly) Fundraising Campaign
December 15, 2007
Our annual campaign is now fully underway. Please take a moment and consider a donation to the AFA, if you haven't already, to support its new vision: A future where audiologists lead in the preservat... Read More
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Viagra Linked To Sudden Hearing Loss
December 14, 2007
29 Cases Reported By Users Of ED And Hypertension Drugs Such As Cialis, Levitra And Revatio The impotence drugs Viagra, above, Cialis and Levitra will bear the warnings. (AP) Viagra and other impotenc... Read More
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From the American Auditory Society : Membership Renewal or Application for Membership
December 14, 2007
If you are already a member of the American Auditory Society, your renewal for 2008 must be made prior to January 1 to avoid a $10 late fee, if you have not already renewed. Renewal can be made online... Read More
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Experts Warn of Noisy Toys
December 14, 2007
Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists warn of the dangers of noisy toys on children's hearing During a press conference on Parliament Hill today, the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pa... Read More
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American Academy of Audiology Applauds Oticon, Inc.'s New Hearing Aid Distribution Guidelines
December 13, 2007
The American Academy of Audiology applauds the decision by Oticon, Inc., to supply its products only to distributors who directly fit and sell Oticon products to end-users through face-to-face in-pers... Read More
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ASHA Call for Nominations for the Board of Directors
December 13, 2007
The Committee on Nominations and Elections is seeking ASHA members who... Have Vision Thrive in Active Deliberations Possess Leadership SkillsIf this describes you or a colleague, then step up to the... Read More
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Scientists Search for Brain Center Responsible for Tinnitus
December 12, 2007
30 percent of Iraq and Afghanistan combat veterans suffer from the condition For the more than 50 million Americans who experience the phantom sounds of tinnitus -- ringing in the ears that can range... Read More
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ASHA Moving to New Home
December 12, 2007
First 501 ( c ) 6 Association In Maryland To Have Environmentally Friendly "Green Building" On Monday, December 3, 2007, the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) will move to its new $4... Read More
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Support the Restoration of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Welcome Back the Road To Freedom Bus
December 11, 2007
Yearlong, 50-State Disability Rights Bus Tour and Traveling Exhibit Returns to Washington, DC Senator Tom Harkin and other members of Congress will join Yoshiko Dart and disability rights leaders to w... Read More
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Hear the World Issues 2008 Calendar
December 11, 2007
Proceeds from celebrity calendar will benefit the Hear the World Foundation With the holiday season in full swing, Hear the World is offering a gift suggestion that truly gives back. For holiday 2008,... Read More
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VCU Grant to Study Impact of Hearing Loss and Related Health Problems in Virginia Children
December 10, 2007
Virginia Commonwealth University will use a federal grant to determine how disabilities that are present at birth affect how physicians identify, evaluate and treat hearing loss in infants and young c... Read More
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Sonomax and Virgin Entertainment Group Hook Up
December 10, 2007
Sonomax to Showcase Revolutionary New Technologies in Two Flagship U.S. Virgin Megastores Sonomax Hearing Healthcare Inc. (TSX Venture: SHH) is pleased to announce its partnership with Virgin Entertai... Read More
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Foundation Spotlight: Trisha Yearwood and the SHF Promote Hearing Conservation
December 9, 2007
Trisha Yearwood and the Starkey Hearing Foundation have launched a new hearing awareness campaign to educate the general public in protecting their family and preserving their hearing. While hearing l... Read More
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Unitron Hearing Introduces Yuu™
December 8, 2007
The first truly interactive, automatic hearing solution Unitron Hearing US announced today the introduction of its new innovative hearing solution, Yuu™. Yuu is the first interactive, automatic... Read More
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Ears Ringing? Johns Hopkins Scientists I.D. the Brain's Own Clarion
December 8, 2007
Brain scientists at Johns Hopkins have discovered how cells in the developing ear make their own noise, long before the ear is able to detect sound around them. The finding, reported in this week's Na... Read More
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Employee Benefit News To Be Honored for ASHA Coverage
December 7, 2007
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to Present Media Award to Trade News Outlet at November 2007 Convention in Boston Employee Benefit News is as a winner of the 2007 Media Award from the Ame... Read More
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Hearing Loss Association of America Convention 2008
December 6, 2007
Register by December 31st and receive super discounts! The Hearing Loss Association of America Convention is a highly interactive and accessible event for all people who are affected by hearing loss.... Read More
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