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December 07, 2022
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Use of restorative hearing aids associated with decrease in cognitive decline

Use of restorative hearing aids associated with decrease in cognitive decline

The use of restorative hearing devices for hearing loss was associated with a 19% decrease in risk for long-term cognitive decline, as well as improvement in cognitive test scores in the short term, researchers reported in JAMA Neurology.

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November 29, 2022
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Orthopedic surgeons risk noise-induced hearing loss in the OR

Orthopedic surgeons risk noise-induced hearing loss in the OR

Published results showed orthopedic surgeons are at risk for developing noise-induced hearing loss and permanent hearing loss due to damaging decibel levels in the OR.

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September 30, 2022
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Hearing loss associated with depression, causal relationship less clear

Hearing loss associated with depression, causal relationship less clear

LAS VEGAS – Data gained from existing academic research shows that hearing loss is associated with depression but a causal relationship between the two has yet to be established, according to an expert at BRAINWeek 2022.

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September 21, 2022
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FDA approves Pedmark to prevent cisplatin-related ototoxicity among children with cancer

FDA approves Pedmark to prevent cisplatin-related ototoxicity among children with cancer

The FDA approved sodium thiosulfate to reduce risk for cisplatin-associated ototoxicity among certain children with cancer.

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August 01, 2022
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Hearing issues common among cancer survivors

Hearing issues common among cancer survivors

More than half of adults who underwent chemotherapy for breast, gastrointestinal, gynecologic or lung cancer had confirmed hearing loss, and more than 35% had tinnitus, according to data published in BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care.

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December 27, 2021
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Diabetes in Real Life: Tips on traditional diets, hearing loss and more

Diabetes in Real Life: Tips on traditional diets, hearing loss and more

The Healio and Endocrine Today editors have compiled the most read Diabetes in Real Life columns of 2021.

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October 22, 2021
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FDA proposes rule to make hearing aids available over the counter

FDA proposes rule to make hearing aids available over the counter

The FDA has proposed a rule that would allow some hearing aids to become available over the counter, and thus, make them potentially more affordable and accessible.

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September 07, 2021
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Cisplatin-induced hearing loss common among very young children early in treatment

Cisplatin-induced hearing loss common among very young children early in treatment

Young children with cancer who received cisplatin chemotherapy had a higher incidence of cisplatin-induced hearing loss than older children, according to study results published in Cancer.

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August 13, 2021
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BLOG: Vision, hearing loss linked to cognitive loss

BLOG: Vision, hearing loss linked to cognitive loss

There is a strong connection between sensory input and cognition. In fact, according to Livingston and colleagues, hearing loss is the leading modifiable risk factor for dementia.

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May 28, 2021
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Poll: Many Americans forgo treatment for hearing loss

Poll: Many Americans forgo treatment for hearing loss

A new poll released in conjunction with Better Hearing and Speech Month — observed each May — showed that many adults in the U.S. value their hearing, but few who experience hearing loss seek treatment.

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