Hearing News Watch

SOMERSET, NEW JERSEY — The Demant Care Community employee resource group (ERG) recently participated in the United Way of New Jersey’s Tools for School initiative. This program provides essential tools for over 13,000 students in need, helping them on their educational journey. This year, the ERG assembled 50 backpacks filled with essential supplies for the new school year. Additionally, the

As the accessibility and affordability of hearing care continue to evolve, understanding the demographics and audiological profiles of those most likely to benefit from these advancements is crucial. A newly published study titled Demographic and Audiological Characteristics of Candidates for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids in the United States provides significant insights into this population. The study, conducted by Dr. Larry E.

CLERMONT, FLORIDA — The team at Citrus Hearing Clinic in Clermont, Florida, recently participated in the Widex Community Giveback Day, a program that donates Widex hearing aids to individuals who may not otherwise be able to afford them. Dr. Teresa Parsons, an audiologist at the clinic, expressed a strong appreciation for Widex and a commitment to giving back to the community,

At the 68th International Congress of Hearing Aid Acousticians (EUHA) in Hanover, the next generation of industry professionals will have a unique opportunity to advance their careers. For the first time, apprentices and students will be granted free access to all three days of the Congress, which will take place in October 2024. This initiative aligns with the Congress’s theme

BALLERUP, DENMARK — GN Store Nord A/S has reported robust financial results for the second quarter of 2024, highlighting the company’s continued success in navigating a challenging market environment. The group achieved a 5% organic revenue growth, driven by strong execution across its divisions, leading to a margin expansion that underscores GN’s strategic initiatives. Key Highlights Total Revenue: GN’s total

LYNGE, DENMARK – WS Audiology (WSA) today announced financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2023/24 (April 1st – June 30th, 2024). The company achieved a robust 12% organic revenue growth driven by the strong performance of its Signia Integrated Xperience and Widex SmartRIC products across all regions. With reported EBITDA reaching EUR 146 million and a

FARMINGTON HILLS, MICHIGAN – The International Hearing Society (IHS), a global association representing hearing healthcare professionals, has announced its 2024 IHS Award Winners, recognized for their exceptional contributions to the field. The recipients will be honored at the “Night at the Races” event on September 14th during the 2024 IHS Conference & Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. IHS President Patrick Kochanowski,

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – In a significant step to expand its footprint in Denmark, Demant has announced the acquisition of Dansk HøreCenter, a Danish chain of hearing care clinics, from its competitor GN. The deal, worth DKK 100 million (~$14.9m USD), represents one of Demant’s larger transactions in the retail sector, further solidifying its market presence in the region. With the

A new study has shed light on the impact of aging and asymmetrical hearing loss on speech discrimination (SpD). Published this week in Communications Medicine, the research examined data from over 2,700 participants aged 10 to 99 years. This comprehensive retrospective study aimed to explore the relationship between age, pure-tone audiometry (PTA) outcomes, and SpD, with a particular focus on how

A groundbreaking longitudinal study conducted in Norway has shed light on the long-term financial impact of hearing loss, revealing that individuals with hearing loss experience significantly lower earnings growth over a 20-year period compared to those with normal hearing. The study, published in the journal Ear & Hearing, utilized data from the Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT) to analyze the earnings