235 - In-Tune: Communicating Clearly and Ethically about Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline/Dementia

235 - In-Tune: Communicating Clearly and Ethically about Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline/Dementia

How do we communicate the link between hearing loss and cognitive decline without misleading patients? In this keynote session from the 2024 Academy of Doctors of Audiology conference, Dr. Jan Blustein dives deep into the challenge of delivering clear and ethical messages about hearing health. She addresses the common pitfalls in public health communication, such as headlines that claim "hearing aids can slow cognitive decline by 48%," which can oversimplify complex epidemiological data and mislead patients about their personal risk and the benefits of hearing aids. Dr. Blustein revisits the fundamentals of epidemiological risk, explaining how population-level findings can differ from individual outcomes. She also explores the concept of "prevention" and how terms like this, while technically accurate, need to be handled carefully in conversations with patients. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, this presentation provides invaluable guidance on crafting messages that are not only accurate but also ethical and patient-centered. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or someone interested in the science of hearing and cognitive health, this session offers a fresh perspective on communicating research findings responsibly. Dr. Blustein’s insights will help ensure that patients receive the information they need to make informed decisions about their hearing and overall well-being. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest episodes each week, and follow This Week in Hearing on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter): https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-week-in-hearing/ https://twitter.com/WeekinHearing

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341 - Giants of Audiology: Interview with Harvey Dillon, PhD

341 - Giants of Audiology: Interview with Harvey Dillon, PhD

Dr. Harvey Dillon’s career in audiology spans more than four decades of research, innovation, and leadership that have helped shape modern hearing care around the world. A former Director of the Natio...

1 Apr 54min

340 - NAL-NL3: What’s Changing in Hearing Aid Fitting—and Why It Matters

340 - NAL-NL3: What’s Changing in Hearing Aid Fitting—and Why It Matters

The NAL-NL3 fitting algorithm is now entering clinical practice, following GN’s recent global rollout—marking a significant evolution from the widely used NL2 standard. In this discussion, Pádraig Kit...

30 Mars 31min

339 - Hearing Loss and Media: Bridging the Gap Between Perception and Reality

339 - Hearing Loss and Media: Bridging the Gap Between Perception and Reality

Hearing loss affects millions of people across all ages—but you wouldn’t know it from mainstream media. New data from a multi-country survey reveals just how rarely hearing aids and cochlear implants ...

25 Mars 27min

338 - The Evolution of Cochlear Implants and the Cochlear Care Consensus

338 - The Evolution of Cochlear Implants and the Cochlear Care Consensus

How has cochlear implant care evolved—and are clinical practices keeping pace with today’s technology?Brian Taylor speaks with Dr. Terry Zwolan, Senior Director of Medical Affairs at Cochlear Americas...

23 Mars 22min

337 - MED-EL Remote Care: Supporting CI Patients Beyond the Clinic Visit

337 - MED-EL Remote Care: Supporting CI Patients Beyond the Clinic Visit

What if cochlear implant care didn’t always require a trip to the clinic? Host Shari Eberts speaks with Dr. Kensi Saia, Product Manager at MED-EL, about how new telehealth tools are changing the way c...

18 Mars 19min

336 - Symposium Preview: Quest for the Best in CAPD and Neuroaudiology Returns for Its Third Year

336 - Symposium Preview: Quest for the Best in CAPD and Neuroaudiology Returns for Its Third Year

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) remains one of the more complex and often misunderstood areas in audiology. In this week’s episode of This Week in Hearing, host Bob Traynor is joined by Dr...

16 Mars 17min

335 - Holistic Hearing Care and the Tinnitus Patient

335 - Holistic Hearing Care and the Tinnitus Patient

Tinnitus care is no longer just about masking sound—it’s about treating the whole person.This week, Shari Eberts speaks with Dr. Maren Stropahl, Senior Director of Holistic Hearing Care and Head of Au...

12 Mars 24min

334 - ELEHEAR’s David Hogan Talks OTC Hearing Aids and the Future of Consumer Hearing Tech

334 - ELEHEAR’s David Hogan Talks OTC Hearing Aids and the Future of Consumer Hearing Tech

How are over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids evolving as the market continues to develop? This week, host Bob Traynor speaks with David Hogan, Managing Director of ELEHEAR, about the growth of the OTC ...

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