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Published Aug 11, 2023

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Best Hearing Aids in Background Noise of 2023: OTC & Rx Options

After reviewing over 40 modern hearing aids in an acoustic lab, we're ready to reveal the top performers in three different categories. Grab a pair of headphones and see if you can hear the difference.

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Researchers Report Reversing Hearing Loss in Mice: A Breakthrough in Gene Activation

A new study demonstrates the reversal of hearing loss in mice through gene activation. Early intervention proved crucial, revealing a critical window for successful reversal.

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Best Buy Expands OTC Hearing Aid Offerings; Brings In-Store Experience to More Stores and Adds to Online Assistance

Best Buy is expanding its offerings for people with mild-to-moderate hearing loss by introducing in-store hearing aid experiences in 600+ locations.

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Eargo Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Eargo reports net revenues of $8.1 million in Q2 2023, up 12% year-over-year, with 5,098 gross systems shipped (up 14%). Gross profit for Q2 2023 was $1.6 million, compared to $2.5 million for Q2 2022. Its cost-reduction plan continues to "streamline our business and significantly reduce cash burn to provide an extended runway to execute our omnichannel strategy,” reports Interim CEO and COO William Brownie.

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Regeneron to Acquire Decibel Therapeutics and Its Investigational DB-OTO Gene Therapy for Hearing Loss

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals plans to acquire Decibel Therapeutics in a deal valued between $109-213 million depending on achieved milestones.

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Lumity for All: Phonak Extends Its Latest Technology to Naída, CROS, and Pediatric Sky Hearing Aid Models

Phonak has expanded its Lumity hearing aid line to include Naída for severe-to-profound hearing loss, Sky for children with personalized app connectivity, and CROS for unilateral hearing loss, with all offering better speech clarity and universal connectivity.

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