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Supporting second language in bilingual children with cochlear implants

There have been mixed reports regarding the benefits of supporting two languages for bilingual children using cochlear implants. With an ever-increasing number of children with hearing loss undergoing cochlear implantation, this study provides timely clinical evidence. The authors studied the...

Sound advice for staying healthy: promoting holistic health in adults with hearing loss

Hearing loss is linked to chronic conditions like dementia and heart disease. Dr Maidment explores how integrated healthcare can improve outcomes, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach. Emerging evidence suggests that hearing loss is associated with an increased risk...

Labour rights violations in the manufacture of healthcare goods

Every year trillions of dollars are spent on medical supplies globally. The operating theatre is a significant proportion of this spend, typically accounting for a third of a hospital’s supply costs. When making purchasing decisions consideration is given to value...

Compression for Clinicians: A Compass for Hearing Aid Fittings

This book aims to make the sometimes difficult-to-understand theories more understandable. The author achieves this in an engaging and often amusing way; you can never have too many song lyrics in a book to help the reader understand the wider...

SONNET 3 – the next generation in hearing technology for ultimate user experiences

MED-EL has announced the new SONNET 3, its smallest and lightest behind-the-ear audio processor for cochlear implant users. Integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance hearing experiences, it is designed to deliver an exceptional hearing performance alongside the latest connectivity features -...

Interacoustics Life Cycle Assessments bring environmental transparency to hearing diagnostics

When healthcare professionals invest in new diagnostic equipment, they increasingly want to understand not only clinical performance, but also environmental impact. To help support more informed purchasing decisions, Interacoustics has completed Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for two key products: the...

Moving towards implanting children below 12 months of age

Newborn hearing screening has ensured that deaf infants are identified soon after birth so that habilitation can begin as early as possible. Cochlear implantation is a key component of early intervention for some children, but it is often not performed...

Cochlear implantation in asymmetric hearing loss

Criteria for cochlear implantation (CI) is a constant topic of debate. The UK traditionally had relatively restrictive guidance, although this has been greatly improved by more recent guidance released in 2019. Nevertheless, because of the lack of evidence for cost-effectiveness,...

In conversation with Jane Lea: the journey from athlete to surgeon

Dr Jane Lea is a clinical professor and fellowship director of otology and neurotology at the University of British Columbia. Prior to becoming a doctor, Jane was a semi-professional footballer and represented Canada. As a result of three knee operations,...

In conversation with Jane Lea: the journey from athlete to surgeon

Dr Jane Lea is a clinical professor and fellowship director of otology and neurotology at the University of British Columbia. Prior to becoming a doctor, Jane was a semi-professional footballer and represented Canada. As a result of three knee operations,...

Cognition and hearing – you can’t test one with the other!

Cognitive Psychologist, Boaz M Ben-David, provides insights into the import of considering cognitive factors when assessing speech perception ability to maximise intervention success. Failing to do so, he suggests, is “ageist”, a predisposition healthcare professionals must avoid. Cognitive performance is...

DP Medical secures UK-exclusive distribution deal for new vocal implant

An innovative vocal implant system, to be exclusively distributed in the UK and Ireland by DP Medical, will help patients recover and improve their voices.