Hearing News Watch

A recent clinical trial compared two therapeutic options for treating posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV is a common inner ear disorder that causes brief episodes of intense dizziness or vertigo. It occurs when tiny calcium crystals called otoconia become dislodged and float into the fluid-filled canals of the inner ear, disrupting the normal balance signals and leading

GN Hearing has announced the signing of an agreement to sell BelAudição, Unipessoal Lda, the owner of Portugal’s leading hearing care retailer, AudiçãoActiva, to MCH Private Equity. BelAudição operates approximately 50 hearing aid stores and achieved revenues of around EUR €35 million in 2022, experiencing an impressive 24% growth. MCH Private Equity, an independent private equity firm based in the

A research letter published this week in JAMA Otolaryngology online delves into the relationship between fatigue and hearing loss. Conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, the study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) to shed light on a potential connection between hearing loss and increased fatigue in adults. Fatigue, characterized by persistent feelings of

ISLEN, NEW JERSEY – Signia today unveiled its 2023 Signia Student University program, complete with an all-new lineup of regional professional training sessions set to take place in August and September 2023. The program is designed to connect with and provide expert advice to the next generation of hearing care professionals (HCPs) and is free to register for all students

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGNIA — Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have uncovered the remarkable repair capabilities of the cells responsible for hearing. This newfound insight could hold promise for the development of advanced treatments and preventative measures for hearing loss. The study, conducted at UVA Health, sheds light on the regenerative potential of delicate “hair cells” found in

FRANKFURT, MAINZ — The ticket shop for the highly anticipated 67th International Congress of Hearing Aid Acousticians and the accompanying Industry Exhibition is now live. Interested participants can now purchase tickets online for the program of specialist lectures, the Industry Exhibition, and the Congress Get-together. It is important to note that tickets will only be available online, both before and

MILAN, ITALY – Amplifon has announced its partnership with Next Age, Europe’s first accelerator dedicated to startups in the Silver Economy. Next Age is part of the CDP Venture Capital National Accelerators Network, which aims to foster the growth of young companies in high-potential markets. Amplifon’s involvement in this initiative will provide opportunities for collaboration with new startups in the Silver

MONTPELLIER, FRANCE –Sensorion (FR0012596468 – ALSEN), a pioneering biotechnology company focused on hearing loss disorders, has released further analysis from its Phase 2a clinical trial of SENS-401. The trial aims to preserve residual hearing in adult patients who have undergone cochlear implantation. The preliminary data, which will be detailed in a webinar led by Professor Yann Nguyen and Sensorion’s management

Linköping, Sweden — A new research study has shed light on the mysterious function of a cochlear signal that has puzzled scientists for nearly 70 years. The findings, which offer valuable insights into the effects of harmful noise on hearing loss, may ultimately aid in the diagnosis of noise-induced hearing injuries. Exposure to loud sounds, such as those experienced at

SOMERSET, NEW JERSEY — For the fifth year, the Oticon Government Services Team rallied Demant employees, their families and friends for a 5K race and fun run to benefit homeless veterans in New Jersey.  The annual Community Hope Flag Day Race/Walk raises funds to support the Hope for Veterans Programs, the leading initiative to help struggling veterans in New Jersey,