Innovations in hearing aid and cochlear implant technologies, and an update on NIDCD’s September advisory council meeting
Hearing loss can make it difficult to participate in daily conversations, which can lead to frustration, social isolation, depression, anxiety, and other issues that negatively impact quality of life. Assistive technologies such as hearing aids and cochlear implants can improve communication for those with hearing loss, but these devices are used by only a small percentage of those who could benefit from them.