Better Hearing Webinar: That's Too Loud! Hearing Loss & Hyperacusis
2021-09-01 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Don’t miss our next Better Hearing Webinar:
That’s Too Loud! Hearing Loss & Hyperacusis

Join us Wednesday September 1, 2021 at 4:00pm ET
Hyperacusis is characterized by a sensitivity to sounds that would not be considered loud by others. Though rare, hyperacusis is more likely to appear in people with tinnitus or in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Hyperacusis can range in severity from a mild nuisance to quite debilitating. Join us this month for a deeper look into hyperacusis as we discuss it’s connection to hearing loss, tinnitus, and how it’s treated.
Access our webinar by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/99210605390?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 992 1060 5390
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 992 1060 5390
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juA
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Ototoxic Medications
2021-10-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Don’t miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday October 6th, at 4pm ET with special guest co-presenter: A. Morgan Selleck, MD, UNC Neurotology Assistant Professor.

Ototoxic Medications:
How Your Prescriptions May Be Affecting Your Ears

Did you know that certain medications can have temporary or permanent effects on the ears? These effects may cause difficulty hearing, balance problems, or exacerbated tinnitus. The effects of ototoxic medications are rarely talked about until there is a problem. Please join us on the first Wednesday of October at 4pm to learn about ototoxic medications and how your prescriptions could be affecting your ears. This month’s webinar will be co-presented by A. Morgan Selleck, MD, UNC Neurotology Assistant Professor.
Access our webinar by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/97943013500?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 979 4301 3500
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 979 4301 3500
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juA
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team

Hearing Screening at Passmore Center
2021-10-28 09:30 - 12:00 | Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
Concerned about your hearing? Want your ears checked for earwax? The UNC Hearing and Communication Center is partnering with the Orange County Department on Aging to provide free hearing screenings and consultations. This hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. It does not replace a comprehensive hearing test. The audiologist will examine your ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.

Contact the Orange County Department on Aging to secure your hearing screening appointment.

Hearing Screenings at Seymour Center
2021-10-29 09:30 - 12:00 | Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

Better Hearing Webinar: Diabetes & and the Ears - What's the Connection?
2021-11-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Be sure not to miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday November 3rd at 4pm ET on:
Diabetes & the Ears: What’s the Connection?

Did you know that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those without it? As high sugar levels damage small blood vessels, blood circulation to the inner ear may become compromised. This damage can result in hearing loss and/or balance problems. Please join us for National Diabetes Month as we take a closer look at the connection between diabetes and the inner ears.
Access our webinar by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/97943013500?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 921 0409 5083
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 921 0409 5083
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juA
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Cochlear Implants
2022-02-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Be sure not to miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday February 2nd at 4pm ET on:
Cochlear Implants
When a person’s hearing loss progresses beyond the point in which a hearing aid is helpful, or if they are born deaf, a cochlear implant may be their only option for aural communication. Please join us for this month’s Better Hearing Webinar as we discuss this unique (re)habilitative option for severe to profound hearing losses.Access our webinar by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 931 8399 6795Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 931 8399 6795Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juAYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: 'Smart' Hearing: Smartphone Tips & Tricks with Hearing Aids
2022-03-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
‘Smart’ Hearing: Smartphone Tips & Tricks with Hearing AidsHearing aids amplify the sounds that surround us, but what about the sounds that come from our mobile devices? Phone calls, podcasts, music videos, movies, and more are important sounds that may be more or less difficult to hear depending on a person’s hearing abilities and the noise level around them. Please join us for March’s Better Hearing Webinar to learn how you can optimize your hearing ability from your smartphone and other tips & tricks with hearing aids. Access our webinar by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser.When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 974 6178 7651Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 974 6178 7651Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juAYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Hearing Aids for Active Lifestyles
2022-05-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Our next Better Hearing Webinar is starting soon!Today, Wednesday May 4th, at 4pm ET, the UNC HCC presents:
Hearing Aids for Active Lifestyles
If you live an active lifestyle and wear hearing aids, you’re likely already aware how sweat and moisture can cause premature damage to your devices. Retention can also be a concern for hearing aids during physical activity. As we approach the humid summer months in North Carolina, it’s important to keep in mind that moisture prevention is important for everyone, even if your lifestyle is less active. Please join us for May’s Better Hearing Webinar as Dr. Caitlyn Whitson discusses tips for preventing moisture-related damage, supplemental equipment for keeping hearing aids secure & dry, and the best hearing aid models for active lifestyles. Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser.When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 953 6272 3089Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 953 6272 3089Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. For technical support, please visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juAYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Considerations for Atypical Hearing Losses
2022-06-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Don’t miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday June 1st at 4:00pm ET on:
Considerations for Atypical Hearing Losses
The two leading causes of hearing loss in adults are age and excessive noise exposure. Both age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) and noise-induced hearing loss lead to high-frequency hearing loss in later adulthood. When fitting hearing aids to a high frequency hearing loss, there are certain strategies employed in both the physical fit as well as how the hearing aids are programmed to the loss. But not everyone has a hearing loss due to age or noise-exposure. In this month’s webinar, Dr. Caitlyn Whitson is going to discuss other types and configurations of hearing losses as well as considerations for those hearing losses that do not fit into the “typical” pattern. Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser.When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 912 0522 8961Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 912 0522 8961Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juAYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Not Your (Grand)Mother's Hearing Aid!
2022-07-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Don’t miss our next Better Hearing Webinar tomorrow, Wednesday July 6th, at 4:00pm ET on:

Not Your (Grand)Mother’s Hearing Aid!
Recent Updates in Hearing Aid Technology

Please join the UNC HCC’s fourth year doctoral extern, Nicole Oldrati, and Doctor of Audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, tomorrow as they discuss recent updates and currently available tech features in hearing aids.
Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser.
When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/95362723089?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 935 5463 9799
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: 1-888-475-4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 935 5463 9799
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. Check out our YouTube channel for all previous webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpI1yR0evEJIDPsu3qj7juA
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team
UNC Hearing and Communication Center
6015 Farrington Road, Suite 103
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
P: 919-493-7980 F: 919-493-7985
https://www.uncaudiology.org

Better Hearing Webinar: Tinnitus Management
2022-08-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Be sure not to miss our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday August 10, 2022 at 4:00pm on Zoom. This month’s topic will be focused on Tinnitus Management.

The CDC estimates that nearly 50 million Americans experience some form of tinnitus or ringing in the ears. A quick google search online will show you thousands of proposed treatment and management strategies for tinnitus; many of which have little-to-no scientific evidence showing that they work. Please join Nicole Oldrati, 4th year doctoral extern at the UNC HCC, and Dr. Caitlyn Whitson and they discuss that ins and outs of tinnitus and learn what can be done to effectively manage it.

Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/93390516734?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 933 9051 6734
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 933 9051 6734
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team
UNC Hearing and Communication Center
6015 Farrington Road, Suite 103
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
P: 919-493-7980 F: 919-493-7985
https://www.uncaudiology.org

Better Hearing Webinar: Audiology 101
2022-09-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Our next Better Hearing Webinar begins tomorrow! Join us on Wednesday September 7, 2022, at 4:00pm on Zoom for a course on: Audiology 101!

In this month’s Better Hearing Webinar, UNC HCC Fourth Year Doctoral Extern, Zachary LaBarth, and Doctor of Audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, will discuss what you need to know about hearing loss treatment for the adult population. This crash course in Audiology 101 will review the types and causes of hearing loss in adults as well as treatment options including traditional prescription-based hearing aids, OTC hearing aids, and cochlear implants. We look forward to ‘seeing’ you tomorrow!
Curious about OTC hearing aids? Check out our website to learn about them and more:
https://www.med.unc.edu/healthsciences/sphs/hcc/our-services/over-the-counter-hearing-aid-act-h-r-1652/

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Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/92709607022?pwd=[REDACTED]
Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 927 0960 7022
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 927 0960 7022
Passcode: [REDACTED]
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If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: The Caregivers' Guide to Hearing Aid Management
2022-10-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
UNC HCC Virtual Learning Opportunity! The Caregivers’ Guide to Hearing Aid Management
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday October 12, 2022, at 4:00pm on “The Caregivers’ Guide to Hearing Aid Management.” Do you or does someone you know help care for a loved one’s hearing aids? Or maybe you work in a CCRC or skilled nursing facility, and you find that you often help manage others’ hearing aids and wish you knew more about them. This month’s webinar is for you! Please join UNC audiologist, Dr. Caitlyn Whitson, and UNC fourth year doctoral extern, Zachary LaBarth, as they discuss how to properly manage and troubleshoot your loved ones’ or patients’ hearing aids. Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 985 5918 7235Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 985 5918 7235Passcode: [REDACTED]——————-If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.eduYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: OTC Hearing Aids
2022-11-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday November 2, 2022, at 4:00pm for a discussion on Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids.Over-the-counter hearing aids are a new class of hearing aid which were recently approved by the FDA for treating perceived mild to moderate hearing loss in adults. While the addition of OTC devices is an overall positive one for the hearing aid industry, it may add to confusion on the consumer’s part about where and how to begin a hearing journey. Please join UNC HCC doctor of audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, and fourth year doctoral extern, Nicole Oldrati, on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 for a brief summary of the current state of the hearing aid service delivery model and how OTCs may (or may not) be disrupting it. Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 965 4079 9697Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 965 4079 9697Passcode: [REDACTED]——————-
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.eduYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: The Vestibular System - the Inner Ear's Other Half
2023-02-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday February 1st, 2023 at 4:00pm for a discussion on balance & hearing titled The Vestibular System: the Inner Ear’s Other Half

Did you know that audiologists are specialists with advanced degrees in both hearing and balance? Our inner ears are responsible for hearing the sounds around us as well as relaying information to our brain about where we’re positioned in space. If there is a problem with the vestibular portion of one or both of our inner ear(s), then we may experience dizziness and/or imbalance. Please join us on Zoom for our next 30-minute webinar discussing how our ears work to maintain our balance, common causes of dizziness as it relates to the inner ears, and some common treatment options for inner-ear-related balance problems.
Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED]
https://zoom.us/j/95046802825?pwd=[REDACTED]

Alternatively, you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.
Meeting ID: 950 4680 2825
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-free
Meeting ID: 950 4680 2825
Passcode: [REDACTED]
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If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.
Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu
Yours in Better Hearing,
The UNC HCC Team

Listening Lab
2023-02-14 09:00 - 16:00 | UNC Hearing and Communication Center, 6015 Farrington Road, Suite 103, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
You’re invited to attend a Listening Lab at our office on Tuesday, February 14th, 2023. Morning and afternoon appointments are available!Thinking about upgrading your technology or considering hearing aids for the first time? Our Listening Lab is free to attend, providing you a personalized listening experience with the latest in hearing technology. All technology will be verified using state-of-the-art fitting equipment. Our board certified Audiologists will guide you through this experience, answer questions, and provide detailed consultation during your 60 minute appointment.The Listening Lab is only for UNC Hearing and Communication Center patients and is by appointment only. Space is limited so please make your reservation today by calling us at (919) 493-7980 or email us at UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. *All participants must have an up-to-date hearing test from within the last 12 months prior to the visit*Yours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Better Hearing Webinar: Lipreading & Other Communication Enhancing Techniques
2023-03-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
Please join us for our next Better Hearing Webinar on Wednesday March 1st, 2023, at 4:00pm for a discussion on:Lipreading & Other Communication Enhancing Techniques
Good communication is essential for creating and maintaining connections with the people around us. A difficult listening environment and/or living with hearing loss can cause confusion and frustration when misunderstandings occur. Please join fourth year UNC HCC doctoral extern, Nicole Oldrati, and doctor of audiology, Caitlyn Whitson, next Wednesday March 1st for a discussion on lipreading history and other ways to maximize communication. Access our webinar on the day of the event by clicking the link below or copy & paste it into your web browser. When prompted, type in the passcode: [REDACTED] you may use the Meeting ID and passcode below for access from your desktop or mobile Zoom account.Meeting ID: 993 2409 6034Passcode: [REDACTED] dial in to: (888) 475 4499 US Toll-freeMeeting ID: 993 2409 6034Passcode: [REDACTED]——————-
If you need immediate assistance logging in on the day of the event, first check that you have used the correct link or meeting ID and passcode, and then call our office at 919-493-7980. We will do our best to assist you with the staff available. You may also visit Zoom’s support website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us and click “Contact Support” in the upper right-hand side of the screen to get help via live chat.Please share this email with your friends and family! Not interested in this topic? Be on the lookout for next month’s session! Topics will change every month. If you have suggestions for topics, please email them to UNC-HCC@med.unc.eduYours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Free Hearing Screenings at Fearrington Cares
2023-03-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Fearrington Cares, 26 Swim & Croquet, Pittsboro, NC, 27312
Concerned about your hearing? Sign up for a free 10-minute hearing test and consultation to determine if you might benefit from a full hearing evaluation.
Patricia Johnson, AuD, of the UNC Hearing and Communication Center will conduct the screenings. The UNC Center offers a wide range of hearing services including complete diagnostic evaluations, aural rehabilitation, and a variety of amplification and assistive listening devices.
Call us at 919-542-6877 to schedule your free screening. Appointments are available between 1 – 4 pm.

Listening Lab
2023-06-21 09:00 - 16:00 | UNC Hearing and Communication Center, 6015 Farrington Road, Suite 103, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
You’re invited to attend a Listening Lab at our office on Wednesday, June 21st, 2023. Morning and afternoon appointments are still available but spots are limited!Thinking about upgrading your technology or considering hearing aids for the first time? Our Listening Lab is free to attend, providing you a personalized listening experience with the latest in hearing technology. All technology will be verified using state-of-the-art fitting equipment. Our board certified Audiologists will guide you through this experience, answer questions, and provide detailed consultation during your 60 minute appointment.The Listening Lab is only for established UNC Hearing and Communication Center patients and is by appointment only. Space is limited so please make your reservation today by calling us at (919) 45-6744 or email us at UNC-HCC@med.unc.edu. *All participants must have an up-to-date hearing test from within the last 12 months prior to the visit*Yours in Better Hearing,The UNC HCC Team

Webinar: What You Need to Know About OTC Hearing Aids
2023-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The UNC HCC is partnering with the Orange County Department on Aging to share a virtual presentation on “What You Need to Know About Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids.” Join faculty audiologist Dr. Patricia Johnson to learn more.

Date: Thursday, 7/13/2023
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am

Zoom details are below:

Zoom Link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/93377722362…
Passcode: [REDACTED]

No registration is required. This event is open to the public.

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Free Hearing Screening at Passmore Center
2023-07-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
Concerned about your hearing? Want your ears checked for earwax? The UNC Hearing and Communication Center is partnering with the Orange County Department on Aging to provide free hearing screenings and consultations. This hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. It does not replace a comprehensive hearing test. This screening is intended for community members who do not already have diagnosed hearing loss and do not wear hearing aids. The audiologist will examine your ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.

Contact the Orange County Department on Aging to secure your hearing screening appointment.

*NOTE: if you are currently a patient at the UNC Hearing and Communication Center and are in need of assessment or services, please schedule an office visit at: 919-445-6744.

Free Hearing Screenings at Seymour Center
2023-07-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

The Brain-Ear Connection: Understanding the Relationship Between Hearing and Cognitive Health
2023-09-21 13:00 - 15:00 | UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont, 100 Sprunt Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
PRESENTATION
In partnership with UNC Wellness Center and EngAGING Issues, UNC HCC is proud to present on the Brain-Ear Connection. Emerging research has shown a correlation between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline. This presentation will explore the interaction between the brain and the auditory system, focusing on how the aging brain processes sound. Join UNC faculty audiologist, Dr. Patricia Johnson as she reviews steps for improving our hearing and supporting our cognitive health.
DETAILS
Date: Thursday, Sept 21
Time: 1-3pm
Following the presentation, the UNC HCC will be conducting free hearing screenings. These screenings are by appt. Please call UNC Meadowmont to schedule: (919) 966-5500

Free Hearing Screenings at the Cedars
2023-10-09 09:00 - 12:00 | The Cedars Dubose Center, NC, United States
Concerned about your hearing? Take the first step with the UNC Hearing and Communication Center. This free hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. A screening is intended for community members who do not already have diagnosed hearing loss and do not wear hearing aids. The audiologist will examine ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.
Contact the Cedars (Becky) to secure your hearing screening appointment: 919-259-7934. This screening is ONLY available for Cedars residents.

*NOTE: if you are currently a patient at the UNC Hearing and Communication Center and are in need of assessment or services, please schedule an office visit at: 919-445-6744.

Free Hearing Screenings at Carol Woods
2023-10-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Carol Woods, 750 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514, United States
Concerned about your hearing? Take the first step with the UNC Hearing and Communication Center. This free hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. A screening is intended for community members who do not already have diagnosed hearing loss and do not wear hearing aids. The audiologist will examine ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.
Contact Carol Woods to secure your hearing screening appointment: 919-918-3218. This screening is ONLY available for Carol Woods residents.

*NOTE: if you are currently a patient at the UNC Hearing and Communication Center and are in need of assessment or services, please schedule an office visit at: 919-445-6744.

Free Hearing Screenings at Galloway Ridge
2023-10-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Galloway Ridge, 3000 Galloway Ridge, Pittsboro, NC, 27312
Concerned about your hearing? Take the first step with the UNC Hearing and Communication Center. This free hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. A screening is intended for community members who do not already have diagnosed hearing loss and do not wear hearing aids. The audiologist will examine ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.
Contact Sonia Grogan at Galloway Ridge to secure your hearing screening appointment: sgrogan@gallowayridge.com. This screening is ONLY available for Galloway Ridge residents.

*NOTE: if you are currently a patient at the UNC Hearing and Communication Center and are in need of assessment or services, please schedule an office visit at: 919-445-6744.

What You Need to Know About Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:00 | UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont, 100 Sprunt Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
PRESENTATION
In partnership with UNC Wellness Center and EngAGING Issues, UNC HCC is proud to present on OTC Hearing Aids. Over-the-counter hearing aids were recently approved by the FDA for treating perceived mild to moderate hearing loss in adults. While the addition of OTC devices is an overall positive one for the hearing aid industry, it may add to confusion about where and how to begin a hearing journey. Please join UNC HCC doctor of audiology, Patricia Johnson for a summary of the current state of the hearing aid service delivery model and how OTCs may (or may not) be disrupting it.
DETAILS
Date: Thursday, October 19th
Time: 1-2pm
Following the presentation, the UNC HCC will be conducting free hearing screenings. These screenings are by appt. Please call UNC Meadowmont to schedule: (919) 966-5500

Free Hearing Screenings at UNC Wellness Center
2023-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont, 100 Sprunt Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
Concerned about your hearing? Take the first step with the UNC Hearing and Communication Center. This free hearing screening is quick pass/fail test to see if hearing loss is present. A screening is intended for community members who do not already have diagnosed hearing loss and do not wear hearing aids. The audiologist will examine ears for ear wax and provide appropriate recommendations. Wax cannot be removed as part of a free hearing screening.
Contact the UNC Wellness Center to secure your hearing screening appointment: (919) 966-5500

*NOTE: if you are currently a patient at the UNC Hearing and Communication Center and are in need of assessment or services, please schedule an office visit at: 919-445-6744.
