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Introduction: Hearing and vision loss are highly prevalent in elderly adults, and thus frequently occur in conjunction with cognitive impairments. Studies have shown that hearing impairment is associated with a higher risk of dementia. However, evidence concerning the association between vision loss and dementia, as well as the co-occurrence of. . .

The dual-sensory connection between one's eye and ear continues to fascinate scientists and researchers. The below article illustrates some the latest finding of the complex link between human eyes and ears and involuntary stimulus our brains process on a regular basis.     "Researchers have discovered that the subtle squeaking sounds. . .

OVER THE COUNTER HEARING AID SALES - As reported in The Vision Council The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) final rule allowing the over-the-counter (OTC) sale of certain types of hearing aids took effect. The rule allows any person, 18 years of age or older, to buy or lease. . .

Vision Expo 2023 Eye & Ear delivered a GREAT presentation at Expo! Many thanks for the team support of Heena K., Kyle K., Greg M. AuD, and Carrie P. Thank you to the attendees for coming by our booth and allowing us to share how adding hearing care to your. . .

Innovation in hearing aids is nothing new, especially over the past few years as OTC hearing aids find a solid foothold. Decades ago several large hearing aid manufacturers developed glasses with hearing aids built into the frames. These frames were heavy and bulky, but fortunately they were acceptable with fashion. . .

Eye Can Hear! Dual Sensory Impairment & OCLI… November 11, 2010 I see it every day in my office, a patient with cataracts and decreased vision who also has difficulty with their hearing.  It seems to me that a decline in vision goes hand in hand with a decline in hearing.. . .

  What Are Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids? The right over-the-counter hearing aid can save you time and money. By Courtney Schmidt, PharmD Updated September 08, 2021 Key Takeaways Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are a new category of hearing aids intended for adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.  You will be able to purchase OTC hearing aids. . .

Vision Care and Hearing Health: A Natural Partnership Stadelmaier Optik AG has been providing vision and hearing healthcare for more than 50 years. This family run business operates out of two locations in Switzerland. They are motivated by seeing how their exceptional products and services help to improve the quality of. . .

How can your ears affect your eyes? by Sheelah Woodhouse PT, BScPT, Vestibular Physiotherapist I hear this question from patients all the time: I’m told my dizziness and unsteadiness are coming from an inner ear problem, but I feel like there’s something wrong with my vision. My optometrist insists my eyes. . .

Eyecare practices find incorporating audiology improves patient care loyalty. by Bob Kronemyer A growing number of optometrists are finding that offering hearing services at their location is convenient and appreciated by their existing patient base and also provides a secondary steady financial stream. “Patients love our service,” Mike G. Wallace,. . .

Eye doctors can help identify early hearing loss in at-risk patients, ensuring they get treatment Article by Brad Sopher If our eyesight was failing, most of us would go see an eye doctor. And if our hearing was failing, most of us would…put off treatment for years, risking further deterioration and. . .

You may soon be able to buy hearing aids over the counter at your local pharmacy by: Lucas Berenbrok and Elaine Mormer Over-the-counter hearing aids may soon be hitting the shelves of community pharmacies nationwide. We are a pharmacist and audiologist who study the potential ways OTC hearing aids could be distributed and managed. In a. . .