Hearing News Watch

MONTPELLIER, FRANCE – Cilcare, a biotechnology company specializing in auditory sciences, has announced the launch of the SAPHIR study (early Stage of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, HearIng Relevance), an observational clinical study examining the relationship between hearing impairments and neurodegenerative diseases, particularly in the early stages of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Parkinson’s disease. Conducted in partnership with the University

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: FENC; TSX: FRX), a specialty pharmaceutical company, has announced that Norgine Pharmaceuticals Ltd., a European specialist pharmaceutical company, has commercially launched PEDMARQSI® (sodium thiosulfate injection) in Germany. Licensing Agreement and Market Expansion In March 2024, Fennec entered into an exclusive licensing agreement under which Norgine will commercialize PEDMARQSI® in Europe, Australia,

MUNSTER, GERMANY – The European Union of Hearing Aid Acousticians (EUHA) has announced the call for entries for the 2025 EUHA Sponsorship Award. Now in its 15th year, the award recognizes outstanding academic work in audiology, hearing aid fitting, and customer benefits. Applications will be accepted until August 15, 2025. “The aim of the EUHA Sponsorship Award is to promote

MILAN, ITALY – Amplifon, a global leader in hearing care solutions and services, has been awarded the Best Performance Award in the Italian Listed Companies category by SDA Bocconi School of Management. The award recognizes companies that have demonstrated excellence in sustainable growth, innovation, and leadership within their respective industries. Now in its eighth edition, the Best Performance Award is

LYNBROOK, NEW YORK – Since establishing Comprehensive Audiology in Lynbrook, New York, eight years ago, Dr. Esther Fogel has prioritized community outreach, offering free hearing screenings in local libraries and supporting children with language-based disabilities. When she learned about Widex’s Community Giveback Day through the Partners in Excellence for You Program, she saw an opportunity to further her efforts. “We

LYNGE, DENMARK – WS Audiology (WSA) announced results for the first quarter of the financial year 2024/25 in line with expectations (October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024). “With an organic revenue growth of 4%, we are off to a good start of the financial year on a high comparative base from last year. Growth continues to be driven by solid performances across

SUSSEX, WISCONSIN – Intelligent Video Solutions (IVS), a leader in video observation and recording solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Clinical Education Seed Grant to support innovation and research in the field of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD). This grant, offered in collaboration with the Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD), provides funding to professionals at CAPCSD member

PARIS, FRANCE – EssilorLuxottica announced today that it has received clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its OTC Nuance Audio Glasses. The Group has simultaneously achieved the CE marking under the Medical Devices Regulation in the EU, alongside the development of an ISO Quality Management System certification dedicated to Hearing Aids, which will allow Nuance Audio to

PORTLAND, OREGON – In a bold step toward strengthening the audiology profession in the Pacific Northwest, the Oregon Academy of Audiology (OAA) and the Washington State Academy of Audiology (WSAA) have officially merged to form the Northwest Academy of Audiology (NWAA), effective January 2025. This new organization will serve audiologists across both states, focusing on the vital issues of continuing

BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA – In recognition of Black History Month, GN will once again donate a portion of proceeds from top-level ReSound, Beltone and Audigy hearing aids sold in the U.S. in February to the GN Hearing Scholarship fund. The GN Hearing Scholarship started in 2021 to help improve diversity in hearing healthcare by supporting Black students pursuing a career in audiology