PU¶PubMed·Journal article·AI & technology·7w agoA systematic review of machine learning techniques for real-time speech and noise classification in hearing aidsNo immediate practice change warranted, but audiologists should monitor this fast-moving area as ML-based classifiers are approaching real-time clinical deployment and may soon influence device selection counseling.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·7w agoThe cochlear morphometry compendium: High-resolution synchrotron measurements and normative reference valuesThese normative cochlear morphometry values provide a useful anatomical reference for surgical planning and cochlear implant electrode design, but do not yet require changes to routine clinical practice pending validation in surgical outcome studies.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·7w agoOtotoxicity Associated with Antineoplastic Agents in the Pediatric Population: An Evidence-Based Review of Auditory Monitoring Strategies and Contemporary Diagnostic Frameworks-Narrative ReviewAudiologists managing pediatric oncology patients should apply evidence-based auditory monitoring protocols aligned with current diagnostic frameworks for platinum-based chemotherapy ototoxicity; this review consolidates existing guidance but does not introduce new...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·7w agoHealth Impacts of Chronic Radiation Exposure in Northern Kazakhstan: A Comprehensive Epidemiological ReviewWhile radiation exposure can theoretically contribute to cochlear damage, this review's audiology relevance is peripheral and does not provide guidance applicable to hearing care practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoEarly Postural Instability with History of COVID-19 Influence Related to Diabetes: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional StudyAudiologists and vestibular specialists should be aware that older patients with both a COVID-19 history and diabetes may present with earlier postural instability, potentially warranting proactive balance screening in this group — though the exploratory nature of this study...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·7w agoThe Impact of the Orthodontic Forces on the Internal Resorptive Process for Intact Periodontium: A Finite Element AnalysisThis article does not meaningfully advance audiology knowledge and appears in this feed likely due to journal indexing overlap.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·7w agoRare Problems with Rotating Magnets in Cochlear Implants and How They Can Be Solved Without SurgeryCochlear implant clinicians should be aware that rotating-magnet complications (blocked rotation, demagnetization) can potentially be resolved non-surgically; document these strategies as part of implant troubleshooting protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoAssessment of Vestibular Function in Patients with Congenital Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Case-Control StudyAudiologists and ENT clinicians managing patients with congenital bilateral sensorineural hearing loss should consider routine vestibular screening, as this population may have co-occurring balance dysfunction linked to shared embryological development.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoAudiovestibular Dysfunction in Alcohol Use Disorder: A Systematic Review of Human Primary Clinical EvidenceAudiologists should screen patients with known alcohol use disorder for both hearing and vestibular (balance system) dysfunction, as this systematic review confirms meaningful clinical associations; however, the strength of individual studies limits firm protocol changes pending...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoB-Lymphoblastic Leukemia With Isolated Central Nervous System Relapse Mimicking a Vestibular SchwannomaAudiologists and ENT clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for non-schwannoma diagnoses when audiovestibular presentations are atypical or when the patient has a relevant cancer history — imaging alone may be insufficient for differentiation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoTwo Cases of Oculomotor Nerve Palsy in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and a Literature ReviewAwareness of rare cranial nerve complications in idiopathic intracranial hypertension may aid audiologists when ruling out central versus peripheral vestibular or auditory pathology in complex cases.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·7w agoThe Effect of Deep Neural Network Implementation on Speech Recognition, Listening Effort, and Sound Quality in Older Adults With Mild to Moderately Severe Hearing LossAudiologists fitting older adults with mild-to-moderately severe hearing loss should monitor emerging evidence on deep neural network noise reduction; if results show significant gains in speech recognition and reduced listening effort, it may support prioritising AI-enabled...＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·7w agoWS Audiology moves closer to IPO as debt and interest costs fallA potential IPO for WS Audiology would mark a major shift in the ownership structure of one of the hearing aid industry's biggest players, with possible downstream effects on pricing, product strategy, and market competition.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·Public health & policy·7w agoSpecsavers community audiology call echoes north of the borderIf the Scottish Government acts on this lobbying, it could significantly reshape how NHS audiology services are commissioned and delivered in Scotland, affecting audiologists employed in both community and hospital settings.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Public health & policy·7w agoSoundGear and Realtree Partner to Advance Hearing Protection Awareness for Outdoor EnthusiastsReaching recreational noise-exposure audiences through lifestyle brands like Realtree could meaningfully expand hearing protection uptake beyond traditional audiology channels.＋Save
Hearing Review·Professional org·Cochlear implants·7w ago· press releaseACI Alliance Announces CI2026 Student Poster WinnersRecognizing emerging cochlear implant research on access barriers and qualification criteria highlights ongoing gaps in implant candidacy pathways and insurance coverage that affect patient outcomes.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Telehealth·7w ago· press releaseGlobo, Enghouse VidyoHealth Partner to Streamline Telehealth Interpreter AccessReducing language and communication barriers in telehealth could meaningfully improve access to audiological care for Deaf and hard-of-hearing patients who rely on interpreters.＋Save
The Sound Sisters YouTube·Video·7w agoHer Choice To Go Deeper, Not Wider: Dr. Whitney Swander On Redefining SuccessWhitney scaled Hearing HealthCare Centers in Colorado to 8 locations and then scaled back to 4. Listen to her message and learnings along the way.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·Business & finance·7w agoWSA clings to growth as hearing aid market slowdown continuesSlowing market growth at one of the world's largest hearing aid groups signals broader industry headwinds that could affect device availability, pricing, and R&D investment across the field.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Accessibility·7w agoApple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods Could Open New Possibilities for Hearing AccessibilityIf a mainstream consumer device like camera-equipped AirPods gains FDA-clearable hearing-assistive features, it could significantly disrupt traditional hearing aid dispensing and accelerate consumer-driven audiological care.＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·Hearing aids·7w 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 Health Matters·Product announcement·Hearing aids·7w ago· press releaseSignia Introduces Active Mini IX, a Compact Instant-Fit ITE with Full ConnectivityInstant-fit (ready-to-wear) ITE devices with full connectivity lower the barrier to entry for new hearing aid users, potentially expanding the addressable patient population for dispensing practices.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·AI & technology·7w agoAwards all round for Starkey: tech, workplace, leadership,…AI-driven hearing device features are gaining third-party recognition, signaling that AI integration is becoming a competitive differentiator in the hearing aid market.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·Hearing aids·7w agoSignia Launches Active Mini IX, A Tiny Instant-Fit ITE Hearing Aid with ConnectivityThe arrival of an even smaller ready-to-wear ITE device could lower the barrier to first-time hearing aid adoption and expand the over-the-counter and direct-to-consumer segment of the market.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·7w agoHearing loss can sneak up on you!Hearing loss can sneak up on you. It's often easy to blame noise or focus issues at first. But as it progresses, you may start to feel isolated from conversations. Don't wait—get your hearing checked! #HearingHealth #StayConnected #Awareness #HearingLoss #ListenUp＋Save
Phonak YouTube·Video·7w agoBackground Noise Is Like Fog: How Our Hearing Aids Cut Through Itnoise is like fog; our AI hearing aids cut through it to instantly make conversations clear. Watch Oscar the chameleon demonstrate this.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·7w agoDon’t Buy Oticon Zeal Hearing Aids Until You Watch ThisIf you’ve been curious about the new Oticon Zeal hearing aids, this video is for you. After testing these hearing aids extensively in the clinic and fitting them on real patients over the past several months, I’m answering the top 10 questions that I get asked about the Oticon...＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·7w agoWS Audiology puts faith in own brands despite Italian-Danish megadealA potential Amplifon–GN deal would be one of the largest consolidations in hearing care history, and WSA's response strategy may affect product choices and brand availability for clinics and dispensers globally.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Press release·Hearing aids·7w agoCheck what sounds the patient prefers, says WSAClinicians may consider incorporating structured sound preference assessment into fittings, but efficacy data supporting improved outcomes from this specific programme have not yet been published — adoption should await independent evidence.＋Save
