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Here’s why Soundly launched a line of hearing aids on Roblox.
This article highlights the underrepresentation of hearing aids in mainstream media and digital platforms, particularly for children. While glasses are widely visible in popular culture, hearing aids are often overlooked, despite the fact that millions of children worldwide experience hearing loss. To address this gap, a collection of bold, colorful, and imaginative hearing aid designs was created for Roblox, a popular gaming platform among kids aged 6 to 18. The collection aims to celebrate hear...
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Sam’s Club Hearing Aid Review - Process, Pros and Cons
Sam’s Club, originally founded by Walmart’s creator Sam Walton to offer discounted bulk items to retailers, has expanded its offerings to include hearing centers in partnership with Lucid Hearing. These centers provide affordable hearing tests and prescription hearing aids at nearly 500 locations. The Liberty hearing aids, exclusively sold through Sam’s Club, range from $1,200 to $4,400 for a pair, significantly below the national average of $4,500. Customers can opt for over-the-counter mo...
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Turn Samsung Earbuds Into An Entry Level Hearing Aid
This article explores Samsung's Ambient Sound feature in Galaxy Buds, which allows users to hear external sounds through their earbuds, functioning similarly to entry-level hearing aids for those with mild-moderate hearing loss. The feature was shown in a 2021 study to benefit 57% of wearers in quiet environments, though it does not offer the same level of customization as prescription hearing aids. To enable Ambient Sound, users can download the Galaxy Wearable app and adjust settings, with addi...
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Does Selective Hearing Really Exist?
Selective hearing is a natural phenomenon that allows individuals to focus on specific sounds while filtering out background noise, helping us navigate daily life without feeling overwhelmed. Scientific research confirms this ability, showing that selective listening enables the brain to prioritize important auditory signals. However, not everyone excels at this skill; factors like working memory and age can influence one's ability to selectively listen. While selective hearing itself is not a si...
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Do Self-Fitting Hearing Aids Work? A closer look at the research.
In late 2022, the FDA approved over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, a decision supported by bipartisan efforts led by former President Trump and President Biden. Proponents argued that OTC hearing aids could expand accessibility and foster competition, while critics doubted consumers' ability to self-fit devices without professional oversight. Eargo, an OTC brand, conducted a clinical trial with the University of Minnesota comparing self-fitting via its SoundMatch algorithm to professional audiol...
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How to Self-Submit Your Hearing Aids for Insurance Benefit
This article explains how individuals with hearing loss can navigate insurance coverage for hearing tests and hearing aids. It emphasizes the importance of verifying plan benefits by contacting your insurance provider to understand coverage details, such as whether specific hearing aids or services are covered, and if prior authorization is required. After a doctor's visit, in-network providers typically handle claims, while out-of-network visits may require self-submitting. The article provides ...
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