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“Delay in diagnosis will result in delay in amplification, with subsequent delay in language and even cognitive development.” — Julie Wei, MD, Akron Children’s Hospital
Audiology March 12th 2026
“When it is proven to be safe, durable, deliverable in young children, and clearly improves long-term communication outcomes, not just hearing thresholds, then it becomes a routine referral.” — Julie Wei, MD, Akron Children’s Hospital
Audiology February 25th 2026
“Now that we have a treatment for genetic deafness, our hope is that this will spur universal genetic testing in all kids with hearing loss.” —Lawrence Lustig, MD, CHORD study investigator
Medical Genetics February 12th 2026
Epoch Health
The linkage between COVID-19 vaccines and sudden sensorineural hearing loss, though rare, underscores the necessity for vigilant monitoring and timely intervention. Understanding the potential autoimmune mechanisms and cochlear vulnerability can aid physicians in better managing and mitigating this distressing side effect.
Allergy & Immunology March 13th 2024
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