Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·4mo agoResearch Highlights Sex-Based Hormonal Influences on Hearing, Pointing Toward More Personalized Auditory CareNo actionable practice change yet — findings are conference-presented and preliminary; audiologists should monitor the emerging literature on sex-based hormonal effects on auditory function before adjusting assessment or counseling protocols.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Public health & policy·4mo agoHLAA 2026 Convention to Convene in LouisvilleHLAA conventions serve as a key gathering point for the hearing health community, shaping advocacy priorities and showcasing emerging assistive technologies.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·Accessibility·4mo agoEFHOH Calls for Broader Access to Assistive Hearing TechnologyPersistent access inequalities across Europe highlight a systemic gap that affects how many patients reach audiology services and can afford prescribed technology.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·Professional practice·4mo agoAuditdata Survey Explores Staffing Shortages and Administrative Burdens in Hearing Care ClinicsStaffing shortages and administrative burden are widely cited threats to hearing care capacity, and industry-sourced data — however preliminary — can shape vendor product roadmaps and policy conversations.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·4mo agoBIHIMA Reports Strong Q1 2026 Hearing Aid SalesRising private-sector hearing aid sales in the UK and Ireland signal a growing consumer market, and the surge in rechargeable adoption reflects a lasting shift in patient device preference that clinic owners and dispensers should factor into their stock and counselling...＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·Hearing aids·4mo ago· press releaseOticon Medical Introduces Ponto Instant Non-Surgical PortfolioClinicians fitting pediatric or surgical-candidate patients who need bone conduction amplification now have an additional non-surgical softband-style option from Oticon Medical to consider, but no independent clinical evidence has been published to guide device selection over...＋Save
The Audiology Project·Blog·Professional practice·4mo agoFrom the Archives: A Conversation with TAP's FounderUnderstanding the advocacy history behind The Audiology Project helps audiologists contextualize ongoing efforts to broaden the profession's role in chronic disease management and primary care integration.＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·4mo ago· press releaseAudien Hearing Launches Atom Air OTC Hearing AidThe growing OTC hearing aid market is expanding consumer choice at the low end, which may reshape how first-time users enter the hearing care system and affect clinic referral patterns.＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Professional practice·4mo agoProviding Comprehensive CarePractice diversification is an ongoing strategic topic for independent audiology clinics facing consolidation and commoditization pressures.＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Hearing aids·4mo agoHolistic Hearing Care: New Technologies and Their Whole Person BenefitsNo immediate practice change is required, but the framework reinforces broadening patient counseling beyond audibility goals to include social, cognitive, and quality-of-life outcomes — consistent with existing person-centered care principles.＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·Hearing aids·4mo ago· press releaseNatural Sound Meets AI: Widex Announces Allure AI RIC Hearing Aid with Clarity Boost, Compass Cloud 2.0The launch signals continued competitive pressure in AI-assisted hearing aid processing and cloud-based fitting platforms, which may influence procurement decisions and patient expectations in the near term.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Business & finance·4mo agoEHIMA Reports Continued Growth in Global Hearing Aid Sales in 2025Sustained but decelerating global hearing aid sales growth signals a maturing market, which has implications for competitive strategy, pricing, and access initiatives across the audiology industry.＋Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Professional practice·4mo agoInsights from the Outside: Tips for Adding Services and Selling the ExtrasAs audiology practices face increasing competition and margin pressure, cross-discipline strategies for service diversification offer a practical pathway to sustainable revenue growth.＋Save
Hearing Review·Other·Tinnitus·4mo agoRetreat for Audiology Professionals to Focus on Tinnitus and Clinician Well-beingClinician burnout is a growing concern in audiology, and targeted well-being programming for tinnitus professionals signals a field-wide recognition of the emotional toll of managing chronic-condition patients.＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·Hearing aids·4mo ago· press releaseSignia Launches Active Mini IX Instant-Fit Hearing AidThe launch expands the instant-fit, rechargeable ITE segment, giving dispensers a ready-to-wear option on Signia's current IX platform without requiring custom earmold fabrication.＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·4mo agoMeta-Earplugs Use Helmholtz Resonators to Address Low-Frequency Noise and the Occlusion EffectIf validated in real-world hearing conservation settings, meta-earplugs combining low-frequency attenuation with occlusion-effect reduction could meaningfully improve compliance with hearing protection devices — a persistent challenge in audiology and occupational health.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Business & finance·5mo agoTreble Health Acquires Silicon Valley HearingThe deal illustrates the continuing trend of telehealth-native audiology platforms moving into brick-and-mortar care to offer hybrid service models, which could reshape competitive dynamics for independent clinics.＋Save
Hearing Review·Professional org·Professional practice·5mo agoAudiology Australia Enhances Accreditation Pathways for AudiologistsEasing accreditation pathways for internationally trained audiologists could help address workforce shortages in Australia and may serve as a policy model for other countries facing similar gaps.＋Save
Hearing Review·Professional org·Education & training·5mo agoRegistration Open for 2026 Future of Hearing Healthcare Virtual ConferenceAs AI and telehealth reshape audiology, this annual virtual conference serves as a key forum for practitioners to stay current on emerging tools and evolving care models.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·5mo agoStarkey Expands Omega AI Technology Access for Government ServicesExtending AI-driven hearing technology and dedicated clinical tools to the government/veteran sector could improve fitting workflows and outcomes for a high-need patient population.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·5mo agoOticon Adds Zeal, Intent, and Verit Hearing Aids to VA ContractExpanding VA contract coverage broadens hearing aid access for a large veteran population and signals Oticon's strategic push into the government market segment.＋Save
Hearing Review·Other·Professional practice·5mo agoAAA 2026 Panel: Industry Leaders Forecast the Future of Hearing CareIndustry consensus at a major professional conference on AI adoption, workforce shortages, and health positioning signals priorities likely to shape audiology over the next decade.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Hearing aids·5mo agoOticon Zeal Receives Red Dot Design AwardDesign recognition for paediatric hearing aids signals growing industry attention to child-centred aesthetics and usability, which can influence device acceptance and consistent wear among young users.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Tinnitus·5mo agoTinnitus App Using ACT and CBT Principles to Enter US MarketDigital therapeutics using evidence-based psychological frameworks are an emerging channel for tinnitus management, and this US pilot signals growing competition in the app-based tinnitus care space.＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoStudy Finds Auditory Feedback Is Key for Precise Tongue Control in SpeechFindings reinforce the theoretical role of auditory feedback in speech motor control, but are too preliminary to change clinical protocols for hearing loss management or speech therapy; no actionable change at this time.＋Save
Future Ear Radio·Podcast·Professional practice·5y ago047 - Dr. Kim Cavitt & Karl Strom - Exploring Where the Big Opportunities Lie for Hearing ProfessionalsA podcast episode with audiology consultant Dr. Kim Cavitt and Hearing Review editor Karl Strom exploring business opportunities and strategic directions for hearing healthcare professionals.＋Save
