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In a groundbreaking study published in Science Translational Medicine, researchers demonstrated the potential of gene editing to restore hearing in adult mice with a form of inherited hearing loss. The research, led by Wenliang Zhu and his team, focused on a mutation in the microRNA-96 (MIR96) gene, known to cause autosomal dominant deafness-50 (DFNA50). The team employed a CRISPR-Cas9 system,

ISELIN, NEW JERSEY – WS Audiology (WSA), a leading global innovator in hearing aid technology and solutions, proudly announces it has been recognized as a “Top Employer 2024” in the United States. The company has also achieved the prestigious Top Employer status this year in the WSA Denmark, Singapore and Germany locations, reinforcing the company’s global commitment to providing an

Host Dave Kemp sits down with Shadi Chakoutahi, the founder and CEO of Staffing Proxy, to discuss the current state of the employment market within the audiology sector. Shadi, whose firm specializes in recruiting and HR within hearing health, shares insights from her daily interactions with both prospective employees and employers. She highlights the challenges and trends in the market,

‘You are what you eat’ – a phrase often echoed in conversations about health and well-being. Although we understand its significance in shaping our overall health, one aspect often overlooked is its profound impact on hearing. While diets are typically associated with weight management, cardiovascular health, and diabetes, their role in preserving and even enhancing hearing health deserves closer attention.

A study published this week in the journal Scientific Reports has uncovered significant associations between tinnitus and body composition, particularly among men. Conducted by researchers from Hanyang University and Seoul National University in South Korea, this cross-sectional study utilized data from the ninth Korea National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (KNHANES) to explore the relationship between tinnitus and specific body

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new rule aimed at making caption display settings more accessible for individuals with disabilities. This initiative, part of a multi-year effort by the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) and other advocacy groups, addresses the common frustration of navigating complex settings to customize closed captions. The new rule, detailed in

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA — HearUSA has been recognized as one of America’s top hearing care retailers for the second consecutive year as part of Newsweek and Statista Inc.’s America’s Best Retailers. Notably, HearUSA is the only brand in the Hearing Care category to be recognized in back-to-back years, in both 2023 and 2024. America’s Best Retailers 2024 recognizes brands that offer high-quality products,

IOWA CITY, IA — The University of Iowa has released the final program and schedule for the upcoming 31st annual Management of the Tinnitus & Hyperacusis Patient international conference, set to take place from August 8-9. The event will be held both in-person at the Wendell Johnson Speech & Hearing Center and remotely. This well-regarded conference is designed for otologists,

Oticon Medical has announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance and CE mark approval for its first active transcutaneous bone conduction hearing system, the Sentio System. This new system offers the established benefits of the Ponto™ System and introduces a transcutaneous option. The Sentio System consists of the Sentio 1 Mini, an external sound processor, and the Sentio

A groundbreaking study recently published in Audiology and Neurotology presents a novel application of synchrotron radiation phase-contrast imaging (SR-PCI) to examine cochlear otosclerosis. This advanced imaging technique has enabled researchers to visualize otosclerotic lesions in unprecedented detail, offering new insights into the pathology and potential treatment avenues for this common cause of acquired hearing loss. Otosclerosis Otosclerosis is a bone