Hearing News Watch

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a recent Senate Finance Committee markup of the Better Mental Health Care, Lower-Cost Drugs, and Extenders Act, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) emphasized the importance of prioritizing hearing health for seniors and enhancing transparency in Medicare Advantage. During the session, she secured commitments from Senate Finance Committee leadership to address these issues in future legislative packages. Medicare

LISBON & MILAN – The Amplifon Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Amplifon Group, has launched its “Ciao!” project in Portugal, marking the organization’s first venture beyond Italy. The initiative, already operational in 200 facilities in Italy, now extends to three nursing homes in the Lisbon area, aiming to foster social inclusion and entertainment for approximately 100 elderly residents. “We

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA – As the only American-owned hearing aid company, Starkey is committed to caring for those who have dedicated their lives in service of our country. To honor and support veterans in our communities, Starkey’s corporate social responsibility program launched the Starkey Cares Veteran Support Grant program and is donating $25,000 to organizations supporting veterans. “Starkey is honored to provide grants to organizations serving U.S.

BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA – ReSound announced that it will again look to partner with hearing care professionals in the Gift of Hearing campaign, a nationwide effort to donate hundreds of hearing aids to people living with hearing loss who are experiencing financial hardship. To get exclusive access to the donation campaign, interested hearing care practices can contact their ReSound sales representative

NEW YORK, NY – Suno, the healthcare technology startup behind the award-winning practice management software for audiology practices, has announced the appointment of Hansen Phangia as Vice President of Sales. The appointment of Phangia will help accelerate the growth of the company’s AI-powered practice management software.  Suno’s software, designed to empower hearing healthcare providers, helps streamline operations and elevate patient

SOMERSET, NEW JERSEY — Voting is underway for the 2023 Oticon Focus on People Awards, which celebrate outstanding individuals who demonstrate that hearing loss does not limit achievement or the ability to make a difference. Now in its 25th year, the awards program invites people to vote for 12 finalists across four categories: Student Standouts, Adult Trailblazers, Heroic Hearing Care

Hearing Health & Technology Matters (HHTM), an online resource for hearing professionals and consumers with hearing loss, has today announced the winners of its fourth annual Hearing Technology Innovator Awards™. Through the annual awards program, HHTM honors technological innovation and achievement in the hearing industry. This year’s competition reached new heights, attracting submissions from a diverse array of pioneering companies

NEW YORK, NY – In a significant development, Eargo, Inc. (Nasdaq: EAR), has entered into a definitive merger agreement. An affiliate of Patient Square Capital, a prominent healthcare investment firm and Eargo’s principal shareholder, will acquire all outstanding shares of Eargo common stock not currently owned by Patient Square. acquisition, which values Eargo at $2.55 per share in cash, represents

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA — Spiral Therapeutics, Inc., a pioneering clinical-stage pharmaceutical company specializing in therapies for inner ear disorders, unveiled a new partnership with the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA) today. This alliance aims to improve the lives of patients suffering from balance disorders like Meniere’s Disease through targeted outreach, collaborative patient education programs, and data-driven research. “Joining forces with VeDA

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Hearing Industries Association (HIA), the only American association to represent hearing aid technology, has unveiled Bridget Dobyan as the incoming Executive Director, set to take office on January 1, 2024. Dobyan will succeed the current President, Kate Carr, who is set to retire on December 31, 2023. Sandy Brandmeier, President of HI Wholesale, Sonova USA, and