“Assistive listening technologies or devices help individuals hear better in difficult listening situations,” says Kristina Snouffer, a senior clinical audiologist at University Hospitals Cleveland ...

An ALD is any type of device that can help you function better in your day-to-day communication situations. An ALD can be used with or without hearing aids to overcome the negative effects of distance ...

Hearing loops are an assistive listening device that can significantly reduce background noise for hearing aid users. The device is relatively simple: a loop of copper wire encircles a desk, room or ...

When Joanne Rosen enters a noisy restaurant, the artificial intelligence in her hearing aid listens to sounds and makes adjustments so she can better hear the people at the table. This type of ...

What is the best hearing aid overall? Over-the-counter hearing aids from Audicus currently top our list because they have a great balance of advanced features and accessibility. I reviewed the Omni ...

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People who have problems hearing and seeing the action on stage or screen can get some help with technology. A brochure with listings of the assistive devices available for free at local entertainment ...

Megan Gerhart, Au.D. received her doctorate of audiology from the University of Florida. She has experience helping pediatrics to geriatrics both in private practice and medical models of care. She ...

Playcrafters will offer assisted hearing devices for the first time at performances of ``Dracula'' on Friday through Sunday and Sept. 12-14 and 19-21, according to Cindy Hoague, operations manager.