Hearing healthcare

Recent advancements in hearing aid technology have significantly improved communication for individuals with hearing impairments. However, there are situations where additional assistive listening devices (ALDs) become necessary. ALDs are designed to help individuals with hearing loss in critical listening situations, either as a supplement to or in place of hearing aids. For instance, some users may still struggle with speech

by Amy Bishop, Au.D., CCC-A For numerous individuals, hearing aids continue to be shrouded in mystery. If you haven’t experienced them firsthand or consulted with a hearing expert, assumptions can easily arise. In this overview, we’ll tackle five common myths about hearing aids, offering insights to assist you and your loved ones in making informed decisions. While it holds true

This week, host Amyn Amlani interviews Antonio Esteban, a hearing professional in the Dominican Republic. He describes how his son’s hearing loss diagnosis inspired him and his wife to begin a foundation to help other families. Nearly two decades later, their foundation has helped change the lives of thousands of people with free hearing aids and hearing care services. Antonio

Biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies are increasingly investing in the development of therapeutics to treat hearing disorders. In just the past few months, the industry has witnessed the FDA approval of Pedmark, a new drug to treat ototoxicity associated with pediatric patients 1 month or older, as well as the acquisition of Akouos by Eli Lilly for nearly $500M dollars. In