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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281 - State Advocacy, National Impact: A Conversation on Audiology’s Future, Live from FHH 2025

281 - State Advocacy, National Impact: A Conversation on Audiology’s Future, Live from FHH 2025

Modernizing audiology practice isn’t just about professional progress—it’s about improving patient care. In this session, moderator Dave Kemp leads a timely discussion with Dr. Alicia Spoor (Maryland)...

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280 - Improving Access to Cochlear Implants: A Surgeon’s Perspective

280 - Improving Access to Cochlear Implants: A Surgeon’s Perspective

Cochlear implants remain vastly underutilized despite decades of evidence showing their ability to restore hearing and improve quality of life. In this episode, neurotologist Dr. Varun Varadarajan joi...

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279 - Cochlear Implants from Consultation to Activation: Navigating the CI Surgeon-Hearing Care Provider Relationship

279 - Cochlear Implants from Consultation to Activation: Navigating the CI Surgeon-Hearing Care Provider Relationship

From first consult to post-activation, cochlear implant success often depends on the strength of the care team behind the patient. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Zhan, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngolog...

29 Apr 202529min

278 - OTC Hearing Glasses Hit the U.S. Market: Inside the Nuance Audio Launch

278 - OTC Hearing Glasses Hit the U.S. Market: Inside the Nuance Audio Launch

Nuance Audio has officially introduced its over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid glasses to the U.S. market. In this episode, recorded at the launch event in New York, Andrew Bellavia speaks with Davide ...

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277 - Partnering with Primary Care: How QuickTest Supports Hearing Practice Growth

277 - Partnering with Primary Care: How QuickTest Supports Hearing Practice Growth

How can hearing care professionals expand their reach by partnering with primary care? This week, Dr. Angela Morris, audiologist and Account Manager at Shoebox, discusses innovative approaches to inte...

21 Apr 202528min

276 - Hearing Aid Fittings Get Smarter: NAL Introduces NAL-NL3 and COSI 2.0

276 - Hearing Aid Fittings Get Smarter: NAL Introduces NAL-NL3 and COSI 2.0

Can hearing aids be personalized for specific environments or even people with no measurable hearing loss? In this episode, recorded at the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL), host Andrew Bellavia s...

17 Apr 202550min

275 - Inside Regeneron’s Groundbreaking Hearing Loss Gene Therapy Treatment Program

275 - Inside Regeneron’s Groundbreaking Hearing Loss Gene Therapy Treatment Program

Gene therapy is rapidly emerging as a transformative approach for treating genetic hearing loss, with Regeneron advancing one of the field’s most promising candidates: DB-OTO. In this conversation, Re...

9 Apr 202548min

274 - Pathways Symposium on CAPD: Bridging Science and Clinical Practice in Neuroaudiology

274 - Pathways Symposium on CAPD: Bridging Science and Clinical Practice in Neuroaudiology

In this week’s episode, host Bob Traynor is joined by Dr. Frank Musiek to discuss the upcoming second annual "Pathways: Quest for the Best in CAPD and Neuroaudiology." This virtual symposium, set to t...

8 Apr 202521min

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