MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·10d agoEQT has selected banks for a potential IPO of WS AudiologyA potential WS Audiology IPO would be one of the largest events in the hearing industry's financial history, potentially reshaping investment and competitive dynamics across the sector.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Hearing aids·10d ago· press releaseSignia Expands Integrated Xperience (IX) Portfolio for VA Audiologists with Comprehensive Custom and Instant-Fit SolutionsExtending the IX portfolio into federal procurement broadens fitting flexibility for audiologists serving veterans and other government-covered patients at scale.＋Save
University of Michigan School of Public Health·Journal article·Research (general)·10d agoApple Hearing Study Results Highlight the Importance of Apple Hearing Test and Hearing Aid FeaturesThe study reinforces known links between noise exposure and hearing loss at population scale; clinicians should continue counseling patients on hearing protection, but await full peer-reviewed publication before altering specific screening or treatment protocols.＋Save
Johns Hopkins Medicine·Blog·Research (general)·11d agoJohns Hopkins Professor Leads Efforts to Restore Hearing Using Gene TherapyGene therapy for hearing restoration is one of the most closely watched frontiers in audiology, and progress in animal models moves the field a step closer to potential human treatments.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Other·Professional practice·11d agoFuture of Hearing Healthcare Conference Returns for 6th Year on May 13, 20, and 27Annual professional conferences like this one serve as key venues for disseminating emerging evidence, technology trends, and policy changes across the audiology community.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·Hearing aids·11d agoSignia Expands IX Portfolio for VA Audiologists with Comprehensive Custom and Instant-Fit SolutionsVA audiologists now have more fitting options within the Signia IX line; no change to clinical protocols is implied.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·Clinical audiology·11d agoYour Hearing Aids Are Programmed WRONG… Here’s Proof | DrCliffAuD VLOG 316Vlog episode using a real patient case shared by Dr. Scot Frink to demonstrate why Real Ear Measurement is essential for proper hearing aid programming.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·11d agoTinnitus Recovery: The #1 Treatment That WORKEDTreble Health patient Bob describes reducing tinnitus distress through sound therapy and cognitive techniques in conversation with Dr. Ben, highlighting neutral thinking, stress management, and personalized tools.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·11d agoIntracochlear PLGA implants for simultaneous controlled release of multiple drugsControlled multi-drug delivery directly to the cochlea could eventually transform treatment of conditions like sudden hearing loss, Meniere's disease, and ototoxicity (medication-related hearing damage) by bypassing the blood-cochlear barrier.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·11d agoEnhancing speech recall and reducing cognitive load through rhythmic amplitude modulated vibrotactile stimulation in noiseFindings are preliminary and from a single study; no change to clinical practice is warranted until replicated in larger, controlled trials with hearing-impaired populations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·11d agoEffects of ramped GVS parameter combinations on vestibular perception and their application in a Virtual Reality flight simulatorUnderstanding how GVS parameters shape vestibular perception could inform the development of more effective vestibular rehabilitation tools and immersive VR training environments.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·11d agoFinding hearing loss support through RNID Near YouThis case highlights how peer support and community services like RNID Near You can bridge gaps between diagnosis and appropriate intervention, which is relevant for audiologists managing patients who are disengaged or under-supported.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·11d agoBBC Radio 4 AppealHigh-profile charity campaigns on national radio can raise public awareness of hearing loss, potentially increasing the number of people seeking audiological assessment and support.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Education & training·11d agoFuture of Hearing Healthcare Conference Returns for 6th Year, Set for May 13, 20, and 27Annual virtual conferences like this serve as accessible continuing education touchpoints for a field rapidly evolving with AI, OTC hearing aids, and telehealth.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Sponsored·Hearing aids·11d agoSoundGear Phantom vs. SoundGear Shield: Helping Patients Choose the Right Active Hearing ProtectionAudiologists increasingly serve patients who need active hearing protection (e.g., hunters, shooters), and product-differentiation guides — even sponsored ones — reflect growing demand for this counseling competency.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·12d agoWhat 30 Years of Tinnitus Treatment ACTUALLY Taught MeDr. Gail Brenner draws on 30 years of tinnitus treatment experience to explain connections between tinnitus, stress, anxiety, and the brain's threat response, advocating mindfulness and cognitive techniques to reduce reactivity.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·12d agoDuration-dependent associations of sound therapy on tinnitus in hearing loss: A cross-sectional analysis of treatment duration cohortsCross-sectional design prevents causal conclusions, but findings suggest longer sound therapy exposure correlates with better tinnitus outcomes — audiologists should note this as hypothesis-generating, not yet a basis to extend treatment protocols without further controlled...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·12d ago"Critical methodological considerations in the study of combined tDCS and counseling for chronic tinnitus"Methodological scrutiny of tinnitus intervention studies is essential before tDCS-based protocols enter routine clinical practice, as premature adoption could waste resources or harm patients.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·12d agoFalls prevention for older adults in outdoor public spaces: an interdisciplinary Delphi consensus on risks, actions, and barriersFalls in older adults are a leading cause of injury and are linked to balance and vestibular dysfunction, making interdisciplinary consensus on prevention strategies tangentially relevant to audiologists who manage vestibular disorders.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·12d agoTraining frontline providers: a survey analysis of the advanced vestibular physical therapist certificate program's impact on clinical practiceAudiologists involved in vestibular rehabilitation or interprofessional practice may find value in this evidence that specialised vestibular PT certification improves frontline provider competency, supporting the case for advanced credentialing in multidisciplinary dizziness...＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·12d agoWhat our eyes reveal about the effort of listeningmeasurement of listening effort (the mental energy used to follow conversations in noise) could close a significant gap in audiology assessment, where patients report fatigue and difficulty not captured by conventional hearing tests.＋Save
The Hearing Journal Podcast·Podcast·AI & technology·12d agoAI Virtual Patients in Audiology Education: Student and Educator PerspectivesDr. Barbra Timmer examines the use of AI virtual patients in audiology education, presenting perspectives from both students and educators on this emerging training tool.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·12d agoOticon Expands VA Portfolio with Zeal, Intent miniBTE R, and Verit Hearing AidsAudiologists working within the VA system can now prescribe three additional Oticon models; no change to fitting protocols or clinical decision-making is required.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Public health & policy·13d agoADA, WSA and KAA Partner on Kentucky Hearing Health Awareness CampaignIndustry-professional partnerships for state-level hearing health campaigns can broaden public awareness and potentially increase patient referral volumes for Kentucky audiologists.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Hearing aids·13d agoOticon Zeal Wins Red Dot Design AwardContinued design recognition for hearing aids underscores the industry's investment in reducing the social stigma associated with visible hearing devices.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·13d agoThe Tinnitus Mistake You Don’t NoticeDr. Ben of Treble Health identifies a common but overlooked tinnitus management mistake and offers a smarter approach to symptom management, promoting clinic locations.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·13d agoStarkey Brings New Omega AI Enhancements to Government Services PortfolioExpanding advanced AI hearing aid features to the U.S. Government Services channel, which serves a large veteran population with high rates of hearing loss, could meaningfully increase access to modern amplification technology for underserved patients.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·Hearing aids·13d agoThese Hearing Aids Keep You ACTIVE (Even on the Pickleball Court 😂)Promotional-style video highlighting hearing aids suited for active lifestyles, emphasizing how untreated hearing loss leads to social withdrawal.＋Save
Starkey Hearing YouTube·Video·13d agoThe Hidden Impact of Military Service on HearingMilitary service can have a lasting impact on hearing health. In this clip, we reflect on veterans who served our country and later experience difficulty hearing the people they love most — spouses, children, grandchildren, and family members....＋Save
