AU◎AudiologyOnline·Professional org·Education & training·2mo ago· press releaseWSA Launches EMPOWERS U to Support the Next Generation of Audiologists Throughout Their Education and Early CareersSustained pipeline programs like EMPOWERS U address long-term audiology workforce shortages by improving student retention and early-career support.+Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Professional org·Public health & policy·2mo agoBritish Academy of Audiology urges hearing screening after strokeAudiologists working in stroke rehabilitation settings should be aware of this updated BAA position statement and advocate for routine hearing screening protocols within their institutions; however, the statement itself is a professional opinion document, not new clinical trial...+Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·2mo agoDON'T DIY Earwax RemovalDON'T DIY Earwax Removal Cleaning earwax out of your ear canals is a risky DIY activity. You're much better off seeking the help of a professional.+Save
Hearing Review·Blog·Accessibility·2mo agoCan Healthcare Keep Up With Captioning Technology?As telehealth expands and patient communication requirements grow, audiologists and clinic operators need to consider whether their workflows are accessible to patients with hearing loss.+Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Education & training·2mo agoWSA Launches EMPOWERS U to Support AuD Students and Early-Career AudiologistsStructured mentorship and placement pipelines could help address the audiology workforce pipeline challenge by better connecting training programs to industry careers.+Save
Hearing Review·Regulatory·Regulatory & legal·2mo agoFDA Formally Classifies Active Noise Attenuation Systems for Infant Incubators as Class II DevicesFormalizing a Class II pathway could accelerate development and market entry of noise-protection technology for premature and critically ill newborns, a population highly vulnerable to noise-induced auditory harm.+Save
Hearing Health Matters·Professional org·Education & training·2mo ago· press releaseWSA Introduces EMPOWERS U Program for AuD Students and Early-Career AudiologistsWorkforce pipeline programs that ease the student-to-practitioner transition can help address the growing shortage of qualified audiologists and improve long-term retention in the profession.+Save
Hear Us Out·Podcast·2mo agoThe Science of Musicians' Hearing with Music Audiologist Heather MalyukMusicians depend on their ears-but how do they protect them? Music audiologist Dr. Heather Malyuk joins Hear Us Out to explore the specialized world of hearing care for performers....+Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Education & training·2mo agoStarkey University Workshop 2026 Draws Audiology Students From 40 University ProgramsManufacturer-hosted student workshops shape early brand exposure and technical training for the next generation of audiologists, reflecting growing industry investment in early professional pipeline development.+Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Industry news·Education & training·2mo agoRobotic surgery pioneer in Australian-first appointment at Griffith UniversityEstablishing Australia's first dedicated otolaryngology chair at Griffith University signals growing institutional investment in ENT surgical innovation and robotic surgery education in the region.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoInterdisciplinary Management of Acute and Chronic MastoiditisInterdisciplinary protocols for mastoiditis management are well-established; no single new clinical change is indicated, but the review may serve as a useful reference for current best-practice guidelines.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoTransoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy for Bilateral Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: Early Outcomes From a Vietnamese CenterWhile thyroid surgery is outside core audiology practice, recurrent laryngeal nerve injury during thyroidectomy can cause voice and occasionally hearing-related referrals, making awareness of evolving surgical techniques peripherally relevant.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoPerformance Phenotypes and Early Prognostic Benchmarking After Adult Cochlear ImplantationEarly prognostic benchmarks and performance phenotype mapping after cochlear implant activation may allow clinicians to identify underperformers sooner and personalise rehabilitation — worth reviewing once full data are published.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·OTC / consumer·2mo agoAmplification characteristics of the Hearing Aid Program in AirPods Pro 2Lab data on AirPods Pro 2 amplification characteristics are directly relevant to audiologists fielding patient questions about over-the-counter hearing devices; review findings to counsel patients accurately about capabilities and limitations.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Regulatory & legal·2mo agoLunsotogene Parvec: First ApprovalThis is the first approved dual-AAV gene therapy for congenital profound hearing loss; audiologists and CI teams should familiarise themselves with eligibility criteria and referral pathways as it enters clinical use.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoThe audiologic characteristics for children with cochlear nerve deficiency and the association with the outcome of cochlear implant surgerySpecific audiological profiles in children with cochlear nerve deficiency (CND) may help predict cochlear implant outcomes; clinicians should review the findings to refine candidate selection, though practice changes await replication in larger cohorts.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·2mo agoTelemedicine-Enabled Multidisciplinary Preoperative Workflow for Humanitarian Cochlear Implant DeliveryA telemedicine-based multidisciplinary preoperative workflow appears feasible for cochlear implant candidate evaluation in humanitarian settings; clinicians working in or supporting low-resource programs may consider adopting similar models, pending broader validation.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoQuantitative Temporal Bone Analysis of Stria Vascularis, Spiral Ganglion, and Vestibular Ganglion Cells in Sickle Cell Disease at Young AgesThe histopathological findings document early inner-ear damage in young sickle cell disease patients; audiologists should maintain a low threshold for routine hearing monitoring in this population, though no change to existing surveillance guidelines is immediately warranted...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoSporadic sarcoma arising from a previously resected benign vestibular schwannoma without neurofibromatosis or radiosurgery: illustrative caseThis single illustrative case raises awareness of an extremely rare malignant transformation at a prior vestibular schwannoma resection site without known predisposing factors; no change to routine clinical practice is warranted based on a single case report.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoDevelopment and field evaluation of an Indonesian speech perception assessment for children with severe to profound hearing lossAudiologists working with Indonesian-speaking pediatric populations should be aware of this new language-appropriate speech perception tool, though further validation data are needed before routine adoption.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoEpidemiological and clinical differences in Meniere disease across European and East Asian populationsAudiologists and ENT clinicians should be cautious about applying European-derived diagnostic criteria and epidemiological norms to East Asian patients, as population-level differences in Meniere's disease presentation and genetics may warrant tailored approaches.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·2mo agoPredictive validity of the Belfast rule of thumb and patient-reported outcomes following ossiculoplastySurgeons and audiologists counseling patients before ossiculoplasty should consider supplementing the Belfast Rule of Thumb with patient-reported outcome measures, as its predictive validity for subjective hearing improvement may be limited.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·2mo agoRe: "Intratympanic Dexamethasone Efficacy in Preventing Cisplatin-Induced Tinnitus: A Randomized Controlled Phase IIIb Clinical Trial" by Moreno and BelinchonClinicians should read both the original Phase IIIb RCT and this correspondence carefully before adopting intratympanic dexamethasone as a routine protocol for preventing cisplatin-induced tinnitus, as the letter may highlight methodological or interpretive concerns.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoTumor Size-Dependent Clinical Outcomes and Complications After Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Sporadic Vestibular SchwannomaTumor size within the sub-3 cm range is a meaningful predictor of outcomes and complications after stereotactic radiosurgery for vestibular schwannoma; audiologists co-managing these patients should be aware that size-stratified risk counseling may be warranted, pending review...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·2mo agoIntracranial abscess and otitis interna treated by temporal burr-hole craniotomy and ventral bulla osteotomy in a Maine coon catVeterinary cases of central vestibular syndrome with concurrent otitis interna can provide comparative anatomy insights, but have negligible translational relevance to human audiology practice.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoIschemic Stroke as a Possible Initial Manifestation of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome: A Case ReportAudiologists should be aware that autoimmune conditions like Sjögren's syndrome can present with varied neurological symptoms, as some patients may first present with auditory or vestibular complaints before a formal diagnosis.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2mo agoReducing Dementia Risk with the BrainSpan Program: : A Public Health Practice VignetteWith dementia prevention increasingly tied to hearing healthcare, programs like BrainSpan highlight the growing public health opportunity for audiologists to position hearing intervention within broader cognitive wellness frameworks.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·2mo agoPrevalence of noise-induced hearing loss in maritime workers: A systematic review and meta-analysisMaritime workers represent a high-risk occupational group for noise-induced hearing loss; audiologists conducting occupational or industrial hearing screenings should ensure this population is on their radar for targeted surveillance and hearing conservation counseling.+Save
HearingTracker YouTube·Video·2mo agoPhonak EasyGuard Just Fixed Hearing Aids’ Biggest ProblemBlocked wax filters are one of the most common reasons hearing aids suddenly stop working, but Phonak EasyGuard is designed to stop wax before it reaches the receiver....+Save