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EssilorLuxottica Gains FDA Clearance for Nuance Audio Glasses, Prepares for U.S. and European Launch
EssilorLuxottica has received FDA clearance and CE marking for its Nuance Audio Glasses, the world's first over-the-counter hearing aids integrated into stylish smart glasses. Designed to address mild to moderate hearing loss, these glasses use beamforming technology with hidden speakers and directional microphones to enhance speech without earpieces or wires, offering a natural hearing experience. The company aims to make hearing assistance more accessible, affordable, and appealing compared to ...
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Exercising with Hearing Loss: 4 Smart Strategies
This article emphasizes the importance of exercise for individuals with hearing loss, highlighting its benefits in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity, and potentially slowing or preventing hearing loss progression. It references a 2016 study indicating that poor metabolic control, such as unmanaged blood sugar and pressure, contributes to age-related hearing loss by affecting microvascular health in the inner ear. The article provides four key tips for adapting exercise routines...
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Face Masks Make It Harder to Hear
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges for individuals with hearing loss, as face masks muffle speech and reduce clarity, while social distancing further diminishes the volume of conversation. Masks made from certain fabrics, such as surgical masks or lightweight cloth, allow more sound to pass through compared to denser materials like denim, but these may offer less protection against droplets. Transparent plastic masks can help those who rely on lip-reading, though they still bl...
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FCC to Propose Rule for 100% Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) for Wireless Handset Telephones
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to require 100% hearing aid compatibility (HAC) for all wireless handset models in the United States, including cochlear implants. This proposal builds on recommendations from the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) HAC Task Force, which aims to enhance accessibility through evolving technologies like Bluetooth and telecoil systems. The NPRM seeks input on requiring all handsets...
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FDA Approves Fennec Hearing Loss Treatment for Pediatric Cancer Patients Treated with Cisplatin
Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:FENC) has received FDA approval for its unique formulation of sodium thiosulfate, Pedmark, to prevent platinum-induced ototoxicity in pediatric patients aged one month to under 18 years with localized solid tumors. This marks the first approved treatment to address hearing loss caused by cisplatin-based chemotherapy, a common and irreversible side effect that significantly impacts children's development. FDA approval was supported by Phase 3 clinical trials (CO...
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Apple's New OTC Hearing Aid Mode for AirPods Pro Earbuds Gains Approval from FDA
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 has been tested by the independent HearAdvisor lab, which found that when configured in transparency mode to compensate for mild-to-moderate (N4) hearing loss, the devices achieved a SoundGrade of "C," ranking 34th out of 54 OTC hearing aids and hearables. The test suggested better results could be achieved with more audiometrically accurate settings. Apple's Hearing Aid Feature (HAF), approved by the FDA, is a software-only mobile medical application designed to work with c...
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