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CHICAGO From 1986 to 1999, the average length of hospital stay for patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI, or heart attack) has significantly declined, without i...

PISCATAWAY, N.J., April 13, 2004 Fortune's 2004 list of Americas Most Admired Companies named Siemens the third most admired company in the electronics industry, up four fro...

Pam Mason, director of audiology practice, policy, and consultation at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) appeared on WGN-TV's Walgreen's Health Corner on...

(pp 1173, 1193). Lancet 2004; 363: 1173, 1193-97A Swedish study in this week's issue of THE LANCET examining the health effects of exposure to personnel change has shown rapi...

Lafayette, IN - April 13, 2004 This years AAA Convention was a busy and productive time for the Audiology Foundation of America (AFA). On Wednesday, March Executive Directo...

Better Hearing Colorado 2004, May 22, 2004Doubletree Hotel, 3203 Quebec St., Denver, COwww.BetterHearingCo.orgDo you have a hearing loss, know or supervise someone with one, or...

(pp 1175, 1184)Lancet 2004; 363: 1174-75, 1184-86UK research in this week's issue of THE LANCET highlights how an unexplained epileptic seizure among people aged 60 years or over...

Reprinted with permission from the American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationThe American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) observes May as Better Hearing and Speech...

100 Pairs of Hearing Aids for 100 CentenariansSomerset, NJ April 15 -- Reaching a 100-year milestone is an achievement for anyone -- including a company celebrating 100 years i...

Somerset, NJ April 2, 2004 Oticon, Inc. introduces Syncro, a new breed of hearing instrument that uses Artificial Intelligence to improve hearing performance unpredictable sou...

CHICAGO - A comparison of various guidelines and strategies for treatment of sore throat provides information that may help optimize use of diagnostic tests and reduce...

CHICAGO Pooled data from previous studies suggests that approximately 4.1 million U.S. adults 40 years or older have diabetic retinopathy (DR), a disorder of the retina occur...

Siemens Hearing Instruments TRIANO' Clinical Trials Demonstrate the Value of Adaptive and Automatic Directional Microphone Systems to AudiologistsSALT LAKE CITY, March 31, 2004 Si...

Lancet 2004; 363: 915-24Surgical intervention to remove narrowing in the carotid artery (carotid endarterectomy) could substantially reduce the risk of major strokes in certain...

Nationally Televised Awards Gala Will Recognize Matlin For Longstanding Commitment To ChildrenSALT LAKE CITY, UT (March 19, 2004) When she received the Academy Award for Actr...

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Speech-language pathologists are an integral part of the treatment process for persons with Alzheimer's disease (AD). AD is the most common cause of dementia, a syndrome gradua...

Programs will advance opportunities for hearing health professionals and individuals who are deaf and hard of hearingWashington, DC, March 17, 2004 Advanced Bionics h...

March 22, 2004, Washington, D.C. On Thursday, March 25, the FCC will convene a Summit on Emergency Communications and Homeland Security -- Working With Disability Community,...

Leader of Phonak Hearing Systems Cycling Team eyes top placeStfa, 27th February 2004 - American Tyler Hamilton, last year's fourth place winner in the Tour de France, will repeat...

From Dr. Douglas L. Beck, Editor-In-ChiefDear Colleagues and Concerned Consumers: There is a process occurring in Washington, DC which MAY allow your monies spent on aids...

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Lancet 2004; 363: 846-51UK research in this week's issue of THE LANCET shows how asymptomatic subdural haematomas (bleeding in the brain) among newborn babies are more common...

The ear contains many physiological mechanisms, and a breakdown or disruption in any of these can cause hearing difficulties. There are three types of hearing loss. Learn more...

Etymotic releases e-version of their pamphlet addressing custom made Musician's Ear Plugs. Highest quality sound reduction. Click Here for more information. Click here to visit...