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Published Aug 25, 2023

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Cochlear Ltd Introduces New Osia OSI300 Bone Conduction Implant System that Enables MRIs at 3.0 Tesla (T)

Cochlear has launched the Osia OSI300 Implant, a new bone conduction system that enables 3.0 Tesla MRI scans without surgery.

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University of Pittsburg researchers identify best tests in screening for auditory processing disorder (APD) in adults

Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center show that the Words-in-Noise (WIN) test, the Random Dichotic Digits Task (RDDT), and QuickSIN test have the highest classification accuracies for identifying APD and present the greatest promise as a quick screener during routine audiological assessments.

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Study shows that common supplements may help replace inner-ear cholesterol loss and combat presbycusis

Age-related hearing loss was found to be associated with decreased cholesterol in the inner ear. A new paper in PLOS Biology shows that phytosterol supplements may act in place of the lost cholesterol and prevent auditory dysfunction in mice.

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25 Years of Redefining the Perception of Hearing Loss: Interview with Jacob Torpe Winter about the Oticon Focus on People Awards

For 25 years, Oticon's Focus on People Awards have used real stories of exceptional individuals who overcome hearing loss. Here's a perspective on hearing aid stigma as well as information on how to nominate people for this prestigious award.

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Starkey Researchers Report on Development of New In-Ear Core Body Temperature Monitoring System

Researchers from Starkey report on a newly developed hearing aid-based temperature sensor system that can estimate core body temperature at an accuracy level equal to or better than many devices currently on the market. The monitoring and tracking device may help provide early detection of illnesses, which could prove especially beneficial for the elderly demographic of hearing aid wearers.

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