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  • Survey Sheds Light on Why Many People with Hearing Loss Don't Use Assistive Communication Technology

    The Committee for Communication Access in America (CCAA) has released a survey highlighting the reasons why millions of people with hearing loss are not fully utilizing assistive device technologies mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The survey, which included 1,519 respondents primarily with severe to profound hearing loss, revealed key insights into their preferences and use habits regarding assistive communication systems. Key findings include that 66% of participants had s...

    2025-04-10 15:38:17

  • Survey Finds Video Gamers Risk Hearing Loss, But Most Are Willing to Adopt Safer Listening Practices

    Over half of younger adults aged 18-35 are at risk of hearing loss due to prolonged or loud video game use, with many already experiencing difficulties like tinnitus or trouble understanding speech in noisy environments. Despite this, most respondents in a recent survey by ASHA, WHO, and PAHO indicated willingness to adopt safer listening habits and features when informed about the risks. Key findings include that 52% regularly use headphones for extended periods or at high volumes, yet 71% belie...

    2025-04-12 10:29:06

  • Tariffs and Hearing Aids: Lots of Questions, No Firm Answers

    The article discusses the potential impact of President Trump's broad reciprocal tariffs on hearing aids and the hearing industry. While the tariffs were initially set to apply globally, they have been paused for 90 days, with a baseline 10% tariff currently in effect. The hearing aid industry, which relies on complex global supply chains involving countries like China, Vietnam, and EU nations, faces uncertainty regarding how these tariffs might affect prices or production. Major hearing aid manu...

    2025-04-29 00:41:31

  • The Advantage of Automatic Edge Mode+ in Starkey Genesis AI Hearing Aids

    This article introduces the Starkey Genesis Automatic Edge Mode+, a hearing aid feature designed to optimize listening experiences in challenging environments. It offers three settings—Best Sound (default), Enhance Speech, and Reduce Noise—to cater to different listening needs. The automatic version of Edge Mode+ continuously adapts to environmental changes after activation, ensuring optimal sound quality without requiring manual adjustments. While it improves speech recognition and reduces l...

    2025-04-20 13:14:28

  • The Hidden Economic Costs of Hearing Loss

    Hearing loss significantly impacts individuals and society, with a global economic burden exceeding $981 billion in 2019. It affects employment rates, as those with hearing loss are more likely to be unemployed or underemployed compared to their peers with normal hearing. While hearing aids can improve productivity and reduce social isolation, high costs and lack of insurance coverage often make them inaccessible. Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, which are more affordable and easier to access...

    2025-04-09 15:00:56

  • The Joys Of Noise-Cancelling Headphones With Hearing Loss

    This article describes how noise-cancelling headphones have become an essential tool for someone with hearing loss, providing relief from loud environments and preventing tinnitus and vertigo. The author explains that prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can cause permanent hearing damage, highlighting the importance of protecting one's ears in noisy settings like airplanes (where noise levels can reach up to 90 decibels). Noise-cancelling headphones work by physically blocking sound an...

    2025-04-14 17:55:22