Hearing News Watch

Researchers have uncovered significant findings linking microplastic exposure to hearing loss and balance issues in mice. The study, published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials, delves into the potential health risks posed by microplastics, particularly polyethylene (PE), a common plastic found in various consumer products. The study, led by Javeria Zaheer and colleagues, investigated the effects of microplastic polyethylene on

Washington, D.C.— The American Cochlear Implant Alliance (ACI Alliance) recently elected new board members and thanked outgoing members during CI2024 Vancouver: 17th International Conference on Cochlear Implants and Other Implantable Technologies held earlier this month in Vancouver, Canada. The newly elected board members are: Kenneth H. Lee, MD, PhD UT Southwestern Medical Center Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

MONTPELLIER, FRANCE – Sensorion (FR0012596468 – ALSEN), a leading clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in therapies for hearing loss disorders, has announced a positive recommendation from the independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) for the continuation of its NOTOXIS Phase 2a Proof-of-Concept (POC) clinical trial. This trial investigates the efficacy and safety of SENS-401 in preventing Cisplatin-Induced Ototoxicity (CIO). The DSMB

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

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,

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