First FDA-Approved Study of Stem Cells to Treat Hearing Loss


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Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Cord Blood Registry® (CBR) are launching the first FDA-approved, Phase I safety study on the use of cord blood stem cells to treat children with sensorineural hearing loss. The study, which will use patients’ stem cells from their own stored umbilical cord blood, is reportedly the first of its kind,

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Why Do Hearing Aids Cost So Much?


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This is a very common question in any hearing practice.  It’s understandable.  I would want to know why such a small device costs thousands of dollars out of my own pocket.  If you have ever sought to purchase hearing aids, you’ve probably noticed that there are two main types of places to go.  One is

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Donating Used Hearing Aids


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Lions clubs and Lions hearing foundations collect thousands of hearing aids each year. Lions Hearing Aid Recycling Centers utilize donated hearing aids in various ways as a means to provide hearing aids for those in need. Lions operate voluntarily with the support of public donations, individual member contributions, and Lions Clubs International Foundation grants. 100%

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