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Using Assistive Listening Technology To Keep Everyone’s Ears Safe At Concerts
This article explores the author's journey of questioning why live music and events often need to be so loud. Starting from his early experiences in Germany, where he was puzzled by people wanting louder music despite potential hearing risks, the author went on to discover and advocate for innovative solutions like musician’s earplugs and hearing loop technology. Through founding OTOjOY, he aimed to improve hearing accessibility and reduce noise-induced hearing loss. The article highlights how ...
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Veterans Sue 3M Over Defective Ear Plugs
Veterans are suing 3M over defective earplugs they claim caused permanent hearing loss and tinnitus during their military service. In 2021, 3M paid $9.1 million to settle a Department of Justice lawsuit alleging the company sold thousands of military earplugs with dangerous design defects between 2003 and 2015. The veterans argue that 3M’s Combat Arms earplugs did not fit properly, allowing dangerously loud sounds to bypass protection without wearers realizing it. Lawsuits allege 3M knew about ...
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Walgreens Now Offers Hearing Aids at Walgreens Hearing Locations
Walgreens is gradually rolling out hearing aid centers across the United States, following in the footsteps of competitor CVS. While CVS initially launched stores in Dallas and Cleveland in 2015 and has since expanded to around 30 locations across seven states, Walgreens appears to be focusing on Starkey-manufactured hearing aids. Currently operating in Golden Valley and St. Paul, Minnesota, Walgreens Hearing plans to expand its services, as indicated by the "More locations coming soon!" message ...
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Walmart Health to Discontinue Hearing Aid Sales and Hearing Care Services
Walmart Health will discontinue its hearing care services, including hearing aids and related healthcare services, starting August 26, 2023. However, the company will continue to offer over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids and hearing-related products in stores and online through Walmart.com. Currently operating 32 hearing care centers across five states, Walmart Health plans to expand its footprint with nearly 80 new facilities nationwide by the end of 2024, focusing on offering a range of healthc...
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What People with Hearing Loss Hate to Hear
As a longtime hearing aid user and cochlear implant recipient, the author shares their frustration with being dismissed when they ask for repeats in conversations. Being told "never mind" or waved off feels insulting, as it implies that their effort to engage is not worth repeating. The author emphasizes that people with hearing loss often have no choice but to request clarification to stay connected and understand others, and they deserve the same courtesy of having others respect their need for...
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When Hearing Loss Changes the Brain: A New Hypothesis for Understanding Cognitive Decline
This article explores the Cognitive Maladaptation Hypothesis, which suggests that the brain's adaptive responses to hearing loss may become maladaptive over time, leading to cognitive decline. The hypothesis posits that while the brain compensates for sensory deprivation by reallocating resources (e.g., cross-modal recruitment), these changes can result in inefficient processing, increased mental effort, and cognitive fatigue, ultimately contributing to long-term cognitive issues. The article rev...
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