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Computerized Orders Effective in Increasing Administration of Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccines
April 14, 2005
Computer-based standing orders are more effective than computerized reminders to physicians in increasing influenza and pneumococcal vaccine administration for hospitalized patients, according to an a... Read More
Research
GN Otometrics Offers New Course in Infant Hearing Loss
April 13, 2005
GN Otometrics, the world leader in hearing and balance diagnostic systems, is launching a new training course on infant hearing loss. Entitled, "Infants with Hearing Loss: Assessment and Intervention,... Read More
Industry
CMS Proposes Change to Eligibility Criteria for Cochlear Implants
April 12, 2005
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a draft coverage determination to broaden the eligibility requirements for coverage of cochlear implants. The proposed change would cove... Read More
Associations
New Sealant Technology Delivers Better Activair Hearing Aid Battery Performance
April 11, 2005
Duracell today announced the incorporation of DURA-SHIELDTM, a new sealant technology, into its line of Activair Hearing Aid Batteries. The new sealant, which is now available, coats the inside of the... Read More
Industry
Cochlear Americas Announces Winners of Graeme Clark Cochlear Scholarship Foundation
April 11, 2005
Three talented students were honored on Friday, March 21, 2005, by Cochlear Americas for their outstanding accomplishments. Timothy J. Brandau, Taylor McClelland and Lori Mette were awarded the third... Read More
Industry
GN Otometrics Launches Madsen Conera™ PC Audiometer at AAA
April 10, 2005
GN Otometrics, the world leader in hearing and balance diagnostic systems, is launching the newest generation of PC-based audiometry, the MADSEN Conera™, at the American Academy of Audiology's (... Read More
Industry
Ohio Audiology Conference Wrap-Up
April 9, 2005
Audiologists from around the state of Ohio had the opportunity to meet in their own "backyard" to hear some of the most respected and highly skilled speakers in our profession. Conference attendance t... Read More
Associations
Study for Expanded Federal Employee Hearing Benefits Moves Forward
April 8, 2005
The U.S. Congress took a huge step forward in providing broader coverage of hearing services and devices for federal employees and their families under the Federal Employee Health Benefit Plan (FEHPB)... Read More
Associations
Siemens Introduces iScan™ - the New State-of-the-Art In-Office Ear Impression Scanner - at the 2005 American Academy of Audiology Annual Convention
April 7, 2005
Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc - the largest manufacturer of hearing instruments in the United States - introduces iScan™, the first in-office ear impression scanner designed exclusively for u... Read More
Industry
Marion Downs Hearing Center Receives Donation from Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc.
April 7, 2005
The University of Colorado Hospital has received a donation from Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. for construction of the Marion Downs Hearing Center for the deaf and hard of hearing. The center, whi... Read More
Industry
EPA Administrator Mike Leavitt Nominated to Head HHS
April 6, 2005
President Bush nominated Mike Leavitt, the current head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), to become Secretary of Health and Human Services. "I feel a sense of understandable regret when I... Read More
Associations
Cat Eyes™ / SleepEars™
April 5, 2005
Here's what you need to know to order: The only material these are available in is OtoClear™. This is a water clear, soft silicone material. You get to pick what single color you want inside the... Read More
Industry
Audiologic Rehab: The Key to Maximizing Your Hearing
April 4, 2005
A person who loses their hearing may go through a myriad of emotions trying to understand their hearing loss. They may be in denial, feel anger, guilt, fear, sadness, confusion and even loneliness. Th... Read More
Associations
President Bush Signs Assistive Technology (AT) Legislation
April 2, 2005
President Bush recently signed the Assistive Technology Act funds which primarily funds state programs that provide assistive technology (AT) devices and services to individuals with disabilities. The... Read More
Associations
New Oticon Tego with Advanced Digital Features and Artificial Intelligence Redefines Affordable Hearing Care
April 2, 2005
New Oticon Tego provides the solution for consumers looking for a mid-priced hearing aid with advanced digital features. Tego uses an Artificial Intelligence based system called DecisionMaker to coord... Read More
Industry
Siemens Introduces ACURIS™ Life - the World's First 'Open' Ear Hearing Instrument with Revolutionary E2E Wireless™ Technology - at the 2005 American Academy of Audiology Annual Convention
April 1, 2005
View PDF of Actual Size ACURIS™ Life - Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. - the leading manufacturer of hearing instruments in the United States - today announced the introduction of a state-of-t... Read More
Industry
Audiology Online-NAFDA Student Writing Contest Winner of 2005
April 1, 2005
Dr. Douglas L. Beck, Editor-In-Chief of www.audiologyonline.com announced today that NAFDA member Denby K Fukuda, of Hawaii, has submitted the winning "Audiology Online-NAFDA Student Writing Contest W... Read More
Associations
2005 Oticon Focus on People Awards Honor Five Who Defy Stigma of Hearing Loss
March 31, 2005
The 2005 Oticon Focus on People Awards today honored 12 outstanding hard-of-hearing people who prove that hearing loss does not limit a person's ability to live a full, productive and even, inspiring... Read More
Industry
HIA Leaders, Programs Focus on Consumers
March 30, 2005
Members of the Hearing Industries Association (HIA) met early this month in Coral Gables, Fl. Approximately 75 industry leaders and guests convened at the 2005 HIA Annual Meeting, focusing on the pros... Read More
Associations
American Academy of Audiology Offers Free Hearing and Dizziness Seminar to DC Area Residents
March 29, 2005
The American Academy of Audiology will offer a free seminar on hearing loss and balance disorders to local residents of the Washington, DC area. This marks the fourth year that the Academy has present... Read More
Associations
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