Resources

This one-hour continuing education course reviews Auracast broadcast technology, part of Bluetooth LE Audio, and how it offers improved sound access for individuals with hearing loss. The course begins with a review of how wireless audio has evolved, then details what sets Auracast apart from earlier Bluetooth systems, including the capacity for a single audio source to transmit simultaneously to…

This webinar from the International Association for Hearing Accessibility reviewed what Auracast is, how one to many broadcast audio works over Bluetooth LE Audio, and where it fits with existing systems. The recorded webinar covers current deployments in venues like universities, theaters, and transit pilots, early benefits like lower latency and broad device reach, and near term limits such as…

Assistive listening systems (ALS) improve hearing in public settings by sending sound directly to the listener and reducing background noise. This guide from the Hearing Review highlights how these technologies work alongside hearing aids and cochlear implants to make communication easier in places like theaters, classrooms, airports, and houses of worship. The resource describes several types of…

1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.

New Website Helps Consumers Navigate Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids and Find the Right Solutions Pittsburgh, PA. — October 1, 2025 – Millions of Americans live with hearing loss, but finding the right solution can feel overwhelming. To make it easier, the Department of Communication Science and Disorders, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh has…

An estimated 60 million people worldwide experience severe hearing loss, yet only a small percentage receive cochlear implants. Robotic-assisted systems, including the iotaSOFT® Insertion System, have been tested in over 1,000 cochlear implant surgeries. These systems aim to support consistent and controlled insertion of the electrode array. Clinical teams continue to study their use as part of…

People with moderate to profound hearing loss sometimes explore options beyond traditional hearing aids, such as cochlear implants. These medical devices convert sound into signals that the brain can interpret. In certain procedures, robotic-assisted systems like the iotaSOFT® Insertion System may be used to help surgeons position the implant’s electrode array within the cochlea. This approach is…

In today’s diverse congregations, assistive listening systems play a crucial role in making worship spaces truly inclusive. This guide breaks down the process into ten actionable steps, including: • Understanding Congregational Needs: Identifying the specific hearing challenges faced by your community. • Exploring Technologies: FM systems, infrared, hearing loops, and Wi-Fi-based solutions. •…

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have released the first global standard aimed at preventing hearing loss among gamers, especially for children and young adults. The standard targets both gaming hardware and software, encouraging features like volume limiters, safe listening alerts, and headphone safety modes to reduce long-term exposure to…

These fully “ADA-Access-Ready” hearing instruments will require: Both telecoil and Auracast connectivity embedded in the hearing instruments, and not merely offered in an accessory device. “ADA-Access-Ready” Hearing Instruments List A single push-button access (direct-to-hearing instrument connections) for both telecoils and Auracast. No intermediary device to be required, at least for connection…