The preliminary results from three clinical trials administering gene therapy to address deafness from otoferlin mutations mark inspiring and incredible progress in hearing healthcare.
It is important to understand that the performance of over-the-counter hearing aids can vary widely from prescription hearing aids due to a number of factors.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
The funding round was led by Blue Heron Capital and included participation from Primetime Partners, Ensemble Innovation Ventures, Maccabee Ventures and Gaingels. In total, the company has raised $13.5 million.
Over-the-counter hearing aids are hitting the market, but many consumers may not know what product is best for them. Tuned and Soundly, both hearing care companies, are collaborating to provide guidance.
The proposed rule would allow adults to buy hearing aids without an exam or fitting, with the goal of driving more competitive pricing. Some companies expressed enthusiasm about over-the-counter hearing aids, while industry incumbents were more wary.
UnitedHealthcare Hearing is a combination of the insurer's existing hi HealthInnovations direct-to-consumer hearing aid company and EPIC Hearing Healthcare, the hearing benefits provider acquired by UnitedHealth Group last year.
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.