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Seeing is Believing—And Hearing
This article highlights the challenges faced by individuals with hearing loss in healthcare settings, particularly during procedures where communication is critical but often hindered by traditional surgical masks. Dr. Anne McIntosh, a deaf doctor, experienced firsthand the isolation caused by mouth-concealing masks during her C-section and later developed The Communicator™ Clear Window Surgical Mask to address this issue. Despite FDA approval, widespread adoption faced resistance due to hospit...
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Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids Perform Well in Clinical Trial
The FDA's approval of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids in October 2022 has led to the emergence of various OTC products, with some brands offering high-quality devices alongside professional support. A study published in *JAMA Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* found that self-fitting OTC hearing aids, such as Lexie Lumen, paired with robust online and telehealth support, can perform comparably to professionally fitted hearing aids for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. The res...
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CMS Expands Medicare Coverage for Cochlear Implants
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has expanded its coverage criteria for cochlear implants, now including individuals with hearing test scores of >40% and ≤60%. This decision follows a National Coverage Analysis (NCA) and a request from experts who cited evidence showing significant benefits of cochlear implants in improving quality of life, mental health, and cognitive function in adults with moderate-to-profound hearing loss. The updated criteria require patients to demonstra...
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Cochlear Announces Streaming Capabilities from Amazon Fire TV Devices to Its Implants
Cochlear Ltd has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Amazon, enabling its hearing implant sound processors to directly stream audio from compatible Fire TV devices using the Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) standard. This innovation marks the first time smart TVs can stream sound directly to hearing implants, allowing users to enjoy high-quality audio from streaming apps, Alexa voice commands, and more. Cochlear's Nucleus 8, Nucleus 7, Kanso 2, and Baha 6 Max devices are compatib...
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The Cochlear-Implant Side Effect You Should Know About
Cochlear implants, devices that restore hearing for individuals with severe hearing loss, can sometimes lead to a complication called new bone formation (NBF) after implantation. A 2021 study found that over two-thirds of participants developed NBF, which increases the distance between the electrode and the cochlear nerve, potentially reducing the effectiveness of the implant and causing further decline in natural hearing. While researchers are exploring ways to prevent NBF, such as using steroid...
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Cochlear Ltd Acquires Oticon Medical’s Neuro Cochlear Implant Business
Cochlear Ltd, a global leader in hearing implant technology, has completed the acquisition of Oticon Medical’s Neuro cochlear implant (CI) system from Demant, with no headline purchase price. The deal followed regulatory approvals and hurdles that prevented the inclusion of Demant's Ponto bone-anchored hearing systems due to competitive concerns. Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt emphasized a commitment to supporting over 20,000 existing Oticon Medical cochlear implant customers, ensuring continued acces...
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