A University of Alberta research lab has helped identify a genetic variant that increases the risk of hearing loss in children with cancer who are treated with the widely used drug cisplatin.
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University of Alberta scientists have identified a receptor in cells that could be key to preventing permanent hearing loss in childhood cancer survivors who are being treated with the drug cisplatin. The researchers believe ...
May 14, 2021
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Cisplatin is one of the most effective chemotherapy agents, used in just under half of pediatric cancer cases. Permanent hearing loss is a common side effect of this medication, but until now, studies have been too small ...
Feb 12, 2021
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Parents are often struggling with hearing aid management for their newborn babies, according to research by University of Manchester and NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) experts.
Jan 6, 2021
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Although uncommon, sudden permanent hearing loss seems to be linked to COVID-19 infection in some people, warn doctors, reporting the first UK case in the journal BMJ Case Reports.
Oct 13, 2020
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When babies with hearing impairments get help very early in life, they are more likely to be "kindergarten-ready" when the time comes, a new study finds.
Sep 28, 2020
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Permanent hearing loss triggered by a common chemotherapy drug in half of children being treated for cancer may occur through a well-studied immune receptor, according to University of Alberta research.
Aug 17, 2020
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(HealthDay)—As Americans take to the streets to protest police brutality, they may face ear-blasting "sound cannons" that can harm their hearing.
Jun 15, 2020
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An international trial has found that a medicine commonly used to treat poisoning is effective in reducing deafness in children receiving chemotherapy for cancer.
Jun 21, 2018
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For many, summer means the sweet sounds of live concerts, fireworks, lawnmowers and splashing water. To optimize the fun summer sounds, here are some preventative measures to protect your hearing during these outdoor activities.
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