Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Accessibility·3w 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.

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Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Business & finance·3w 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.

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Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Business & finance·3w 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.

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Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Accessibility·3w ago

Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens Joins Center for Hearing Access

Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Professional practice·3w 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·3w 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·3w 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·3w 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·3w 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)·3w 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·3w 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)·3w 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·3w 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·3w 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·3w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w 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·4w ago

Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens Joins Center for Hearing Access

Hearing Health Matters

BIHIMA Reports Strong Start to 2026 for Hearing Aid Market

Hearing Health Matters

BIHIMA Reports Strong Start to 2026 for Hearing Aid Market

Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens Joins Center for Hearing Access

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

Brian Taylor Has An Ear to the Ground

BIHIMA Seeks Input from Audiologists Across the UK and Ireland

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

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

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

What to Know About MRI Scans and Modern Cochlear Implants

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

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

AAA 2026: The Innovations Shaping the Future of Hearing Care

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

Starkey Employees Join Minnesota Lynx Changemakers Night to Support Community Leadership

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

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

NationsBenefits Selected to Manage Sam’s Club Hearing Centers Nationwide

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

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

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

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

Hearing Loss Is a Family Matter: What Audiologists Should Know

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

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

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

HearUSA Receives Dual Honors in 2026 Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Awards

Ear device patents for March 2026

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

Skylark Bio to Present New Preclinical Data for Pendrin Gene Therapy Targeting Hearing Loss Program at ASGCT 2026

SoundGear and Realtree Partner to Advance Hearing Protection Awareness for Outdoor Enthusiasts