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Hearing Health Matters·Regulatory·Public health & policy·22h ago

U.S. House Lawmakers Introduce Veterans Hearing Aid Improvement Act

A bipartisan U.S. House bill, the Veterans Hearing Aid Improvement Act, would require the VA to evaluate the use of OTC hearing aids for veterans with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.

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Hearing Health Matters·Product announcement·Hearing aids·1d ago· press release

Trihear Launches ClearTV Series for Simplified TV Streaming to Hearing Aids

Trihear has launched the ClearTV Series, a family of app-free wireless TV streamers designed to stream audio directly to hearing aids for people with hearing loss.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Business & finance·1d ago

BIHIMA Reports Strong Start to 2026 for Hearing Aid Market

BIHIMA's Q1 2026 market data report shows growth across UK and Irish hearing care market segments, including increased uptake of rechargeable hearing technology.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Accessibility·1d ago

Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens Joins Center for Hearing Access

Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens joined the Center for Hearing Access as Hearing Access Advocate effective June 1, 2026, according to an announcement from the national advocacy initiative of The John G. Shedd Institute in Eugene, Oregon.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Professional practice·1d ago· press release

Auditdata Opens Industry Survey on the Hidden Time Crisis Behind America’s Audiologist Shortage

Auditdata has launched a US industry survey investigating the audiologist staffing shortage and administrative burden in hearing care clinics, targeting clinic owners, practice managers, and audiologists.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Clinical audiology·1d ago

Brian Taylor Has An Ear to the Ground

Brian Taylor reviews Arthur Boothroyd's influential work on adult aural rehabilitation and holistic audiologic care, drawing on Boothroyd's paper published in Trends in Hearing.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Professional practice·1d ago

BIHIMA Seeks Input from Audiologists Across the UK and Ireland

BIHIMA has launched its 2026 Audiologist Survey, seeking input from hearing care professionals across the UK and Ireland on their experiences and views on the evolving profession amid growing demand.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Public health & policy·1d ago

Travelers Protective Association Convention to Support Hearing Trust Grants for People with Hearing Loss

The Travelers Protective Association will hold its Annual National Convention June 7–11, 2026, in Louisville, KY, with fundraising activities to support the TPA Hearing Trust, which provides grants to people with hearing loss.

Hearing Health Matters·Podcast·OTC / consumer·2d ago

How the Cearvol Wave Is Bringing Premium Features to the OTC Hearing Aid Market

A podcast hosted by Bob Traynor featuring Dr. Heather Andrews of Cearvol, discussing the features and affordability of the new Cearvol Wave OTC hearing aid.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Research (general)·2d ago

What is the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia? Answering Common Patient Questions

Dr. Lawrence R. Lustig addresses common patient questions about the research-supported link between hearing loss and dementia risk, offering guidance for clinicians and patients navigating this topic.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Cochlear implants·2d ago

What to Know About MRI Scans and Modern Cochlear Implants

Cochlear North America highlights MRI compatibility considerations for modern cochlear implants, encouraging prospective recipients to factor long-term imaging access into their decision-making.

Hearing Health Matters·Journal article·Research (general)·3d ago

Speech-in-Noise Difficulties May Signal Early Brain Changes in Older Adults, Study Finds

New research links speech-in-noise difficulty in older adults to early brain changes associated with cognitive vulnerability, suggesting it may be a detectable marker preceding measurable cognitive decline.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Hearing aids·3d ago· press release

ReSound Gift of Hearing Campaign Provides Free Hearing Aids to 500 People

ReSound's 2025–2026 Gift of Hearing campaign distributed free hearing aids to 500 individuals through 346 hearing care practices across the United States and Canada.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Clinical audiology·4d ago

AAA 2026: The Innovations Shaping the Future of Hearing Care

A recap of the AAA 2026 Annual Convention (April 22–24, San Antonio, TX), covering emerging trends including AI, OTC hearing aids, and clinical innovations shaping the future of hearing healthcare.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·4d ago

ReSound Gift of Hearing Campaign Provides Free Hearing Aids to 500 People

ReSound's annual Gift of Hearing campaign distributed free hearing aids to 500 individuals through 346 hearing care practices across the US and Canada between November 2025 and April 2026.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Business & finance·8d ago

Starkey Employees Join Minnesota Lynx Changemakers Night to Support Community Leadership

Starkey employees participated in the Minnesota Lynx Changemakers Night, a community event celebrating mentorship, leadership, and Girls Taking Action.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Professional practice·8d ago

Build a Better Audiology Practice: The Financial Tools That Can Help Make it Possible

Authors Czuhajewski and Malik outline financial tools and strategies to help independent audiology practice owners manage the business and financial demands of running a growing practice.

Hearing Health Matters·Video·Accessibility·9d ago

Healthcare with Hearing Loss: Improving Communication Access in Medical Care, Live from FHH 2026

A panel discussion from the 6th Annual Future of Hearing Healthcare Conference examines communication access challenges faced by people with hearing loss in medical care settings.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Business & finance·9d ago· press release

NationsBenefits Selected to Manage Sam’s Club Hearing Centers Nationwide

NationsBenefits has been selected by Sam's Club to manage its nationwide hearing centers, introducing a model combining integrated clinical care, tele-audiology support, and health plan connectivity.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Tinnitus·10d ago

Tinnitus Can Co-Exist with Other Disorders, but the Signal Itself Is Always Benign

Dr. Jennifer J. Gans reframes tinnitus as a benign sensory signal that can co-exist with other disorders, aiming to correct common misunderstandings about the auditory experience.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Accessibility·10d ago

GN Brings Accessible Audio and K-Pop Together at World Congress of Audiology

GN is leveraging the 2026 World Congress of Audiology in Seoul to highlight accessible and inclusive audio experiences in hearing healthcare, alongside new survey data on social perceptions of hearing loss.

Hearing Health Matters·Journal article·Hearing aids·11d ago

Study Finds Nuance Audio Glasses Improved Speech Recognition and Reduced Listening Effort in Adults with Mild to Moderate Hearing Loss

A Western University National Centre for Audiology study published in Frontiers found that Nuance Audio Glasses improved speech recognition in noise and reduced listening effort in adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Public health & policy·12d ago

Got Something to Say About Hearing Loss? Let People Hear It

A blog post on hearinghealthmatters.org encourages people with hearing loss to consider giving public talks or community presentations to raise awareness about their experiences.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Clinical audiology·2w ago

Hearing Loss Is a Family Matter: What Audiologists Should Know

A first-person account exploring the family dynamics of hearing loss and the role audiologists should play in understanding patients' social and familial motivations for adopting hearing aids.

Hearing Health Matters·Product announcement·Hearing aids·2w ago

Widex Allure AI RIC Hearing Aids: Dual-Chip Processing, PureSound, and LE Audio Connectivity

A hands-on preview of the Widex Allure AI RIC hearing aid, featuring dual-chip AI processing, PureSound technology, and LE Audio connectivity, reviewed at Widex's Copenhagen headquarters.

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·AI & technology·2w ago· press release

TympaHealth Secures £2M Innovate UK Loan to Advance AI Ear Care Platform

TympaHealth secured a £2 million Innovate UK loan to develop and scale Tympa Assist, an AI-powered platform supporting ear and hearing care delivery in community settings.

Hearing Health Matters·Product announcement·Hearing aids·2w ago· press release

Widex Introduces Allure AI RIC Hearing Aids with Dual-Chip AI Processing and Advanced Connectivity

Widex has launched the Allure AI RIC hearing aid featuring dual-chip AI processing and Clarity Boost technology, aimed at preserving natural sound quality and improving performance in noisy environments.

Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Business & finance·2w ago

HearUSA Receives Dual Honors in 2026 Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Awards

HearUSA received two distinctions in Global Health & Pharma's Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Awards 2026, including Best Nationwide Hearing Consultancy Service and the Client Care Excellence Award.

Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Research (general)·3w ago

Ear device patents for March 2026

A March 2026 ear device patent roundup highlights patent #12572225 B1 by Nathan Spackman for a wireless earbud case with mouse functionalities, discussing its ergonomic and 'form follows function' design principles.

Hearing Health Matters·Financial report·Business & finance·3w ago

WSA Reports 1% Organic Growth and Improved Profitability in Q2 FY 2025/26

WS Audiology reported 1% organic revenue growth and improved profitability in Q2 FY 2025/26, with quarterly revenue of EUR 628 million (~$712M), while maintaining its full-year outlook.

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