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Call for 2025 NHCA Conference Abstract Reviewers
The Program Task Force is calling for interested volunteers to assist in abstract review for the 2025 NHCA Conference. This is an important step in ensuring the impact and professionalism of our conference, and in qualifying for continuing education. We’re seeking experienced and new reviewers, with a goal of diversity in background and specialization.
 
Abstract review will begin in early September and will ideally be completed by September 23rd. Reviewers can access the review portal freely during that time, allowing for considerable flexibility. 
 
If you are interested in assisting with this vital task, please contact Director of Education, Andy Merkley, at [email protected]. A note about your professional area is appreciated.
 
Registration Now Open!
NHCA Virtual Fall Educational Summit

Join us LIVE on October 30th, 2024 11:00am to 4:00pm ET 

Watch the sessions ON DEMAND in the NHCA Learning Center beginning October 31st, 2024

Registration Pricing:

  • Member: $325
  • Non-Member: $475
  • Student: $20
  • Non-Member Join & Go: $500

Join us on October 30th, 2024, for a unique opportunity to dive into the latest research and practical applications in hearing conservation. The first annual NHCA Fall Virtual Educational Summit brings together experts from around the globe to explore the intersections of hearing, health, and occupational safety. 

Special Offer for Non-Members

If you register for the Virtual Fall Educational Summit via Join and Go, you will also receive a year of NHCA Individual membership at a discounted rate. This is a one-time-only opportunity for new members of NHCA.

Register Now!
 
NHCA Scholarship Foundation
Seeks New Volunteer Leaders
We have a vacancy on the board of directors of the NHCA Scholarship Foundation and are looking for a volunteer to join us. The Scholarship Foundation provides travel and research support to graduate students focusing on applied studies in hearing loss prevention. Board members administer the awards and develop fundraising opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to invest in the future leaders of our field. The work is important, but the workload is relatively light. If you are interested, please contact Ashley Montoya at [email protected].
 
Recent Hearing Research

Prevalence of Hearing Loss Among Noise-Exposed US Workers Within the Utilities Sector, 2010-2019. Masterson EA, Themann CL.J Occup Environ Med. 2024 Aug 1;66(8):648-653. doi: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000003125. Epub 2024 Apr 25.PMID: 38664951
 
Development of a clinical investigation protocol for occupational auditory health. Ferreira RJDS, Pichamoni JL, Monteiro CN, Mafra ACCN, Araújo ALLES, da Rosa MRD Rev Bras Med Trab. 2024 Aug 5;22(1):e20231189. doi: 10.47626/1679-4435-2023-1189. eCollection 2024 Jan-Mar.PMID: 39165515
 
Auditory System Injury on the Battlefield-Solutions for Point-of-Injury and Prolonged Casualty Care: A DOTmLPF-P Analysis. Merkley JA, Lovelace S, Boudin-George A, Gates K.Mil Med. 2024 Aug 19;189(Supplement_3):759-766. doi: 10.1093/milmed/usae262.PMID: 39160832

From sound waves to molecular and cellular mechanisms: Understanding noise-induced hearing loss and pioneering preventive approaches (Review). Samara P, Athanasopoulos M, Markatos N, Athanasopoulos I.Med Int (Lond). 2024 Jul 30;4(6):60. doi: 10.3892/mi.2024.184. eCollection 2024 Nov-Dec.PMID: 39114262 
 
Hearing Loss in Space Flights: A Review of Noise Regulations and Previous Outcomes. Avcı AU.J Int Adv Otol. 2024 Mar 27;20(2):171-174. doi: 10.5152/iao.2024.231434.PMID: 39158074 
 
A longitudinal study investigating the effects of noise exposure on behavioural, electrophysiological and self-report measures of hearing in musicians with normal audiometric thresholds. Couth S, Prendergast G, Guest H, Munro KJ, Moore DR, Plack CJ, Ginsborg J, Dawes P.Hear Res. 2024 Sep 15;451:109077. doi: 10.1016/j.heares.2024.109077. Epub 2024 Jul 30.PMID: 39084132  
 
Making a racket in America's fastest growing sport: Evaluation of noise exposure in pickleball.
Lee L, Fitzpatrick TH, Irwin LA, Calder AN, Manzoor NF.Am J Otolaryngol. 2024 Sep-Oct;45(5):104409. doi: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2024.104409. Epub 2024 Jul 22.PMID: 39059163
 
Impact of firefighter hood design on range of motion, noise production and hearing.
Kesler RM, Deaton AS, Ormond RB, Silverstein S, Donlin KL, Horn GP.Ergonomics. 2024 Sep;67(9):1247-1256. doi: 10.1080/00140139.2023.2290987. Epub 2023 Dec 15.PMID: 38050378
 
Pharmacological Approaches to Hearing Loss. Cederroth CR, Dyhrfjeld-Johnsen J, Canlon B.Pharmacol Rev. 2024 Aug 20:PHARMREV-AR-2024-001195. doi: 10.1124/pharmrev.124.001195. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39164117 

 
Sound Postcard

How listening to the sounds of insects can help detect agricultural pests

Scientists have developed technology that can actually hear insects destroying crops.  Using this information, they can better protect crops and use less potentially damaging pesticide.

Click here to learn more.

 
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