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HEALTH March 12, 2024

Ohio boy, 8, prepares for blindness: ‘It’s heartbreaking,’ his mom says

Grayson Naff, 8, of Ohio is preparing for life without vision as an effect of his rare disease. Naff's mother and care team revealed how he is training for imminent blindness.

LIFESTYLE March 6, 2024

Legally blind Texas student defies the odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school: 'Anything is possible'

In spite of her disability, Faith Snapp has never let her challenges get in the way of her dreams — and has now been accepted into veterinary school as a legally blind student.

Artificial Intelligence February 20, 2024

AI comes to the world of beauty as eyelash robot uses artificial intelligence to place fake lashes

Luum is using artificial intelligence and robotics to offer high-tech eyelash extension services. Luum CEO Nathan Harding and president Jo Lawson shared details on how it works.

Health February 7, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘Why are my ears ringing, and should I see a physician?’

Daniel S. Troast, a doctor of audiology, shared with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital the symptoms, causes and myths surrounding tinnitus, as well as ways to treat and prevent this common health issue.

WILD NATURE February 3, 2024

Birds as symbols of wisdom — and what the owl can tell us about ourselves

It’s common to think of owls as wise. Where did this idea originate and why do we often call older people "wise old owls"? Here's a deep dive into the bird, the natural world and more.

Virginia January 31, 2024

VA Democrats reject GOP Gov. Youngkin's nominations for parole board, vision impaired board

The Democrat-controlled Virginia Privileges and Elections Committee voted to remove two of Republican Gov. Youngkin's nominations from a list of appointees for various stations.

Hearing Loss January 25, 2024

Hearing loss more likely to affect rural Americans and men, new study shows

A study in The Lancet Regional Health-Americas Journal says hearing loss affects 37.9 million Americans and is more common in rural areas and among men.

Pennsylvania January 25, 2024

Children with inherited deafness hear for first time through experimental gene therapy

Gene therapy has shown promising results in restoring hearing in children with inherited deafness, according to recent studies conducted in the U.S. and China.

Ear Infections January 15, 2024

Ear infections in young children could lead to delayed speech for them, study finds

A University of Florida study found that early ear infections in children could have a long-term impact on speech development. The lead researcher and a pediatric otolaryngologist break down the findings.

HEALTH January 10, 2024

Hearing aid use could help people extend their lives, USC study finds

Research by Keck School of Medicine of USC found that people who wear hearing aids regularly have a 24% lower risk of mortality. A lead researcher and geriatrician detailed the benefits.

HEALTH January 9, 2024

All ears for 'sexy' hearing aids: Designers transform key devices into cool accessories

Some designers have added “bling" to hearing devices, transforming them into fashion statements instead of something to be hidden. Audiologists weigh in on the evolution of hearing aids.