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• The Ear Community Organization to present at the Colorado Rare Disease Fair – October 13th
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• Oticon Medical Undergoes Successful Ownership Transition Following Acquisition by Impilo
• Medical Professionals take to Capitol Hill to advocate for support of Ally’s Act, H.R. 4606 and S. 3400 honoring World Hearing Day
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• Rep. Neguse Joins Ally and Melissa Tumblin to Introduce “Ally’s Act,” Legislation to Expand Coverage for Specialized Hearing Devices
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• Cochlear receives FDA clearance to lower the age for the Osia® System to 5-years-old
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• Ear Community exhibits at the 2024 EHDI Meeting in Denver, CO
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