Frequent use of ear buds, inserting objects into the ear and prolonged exposure to loud sounds from headphones are emerging ...

Researchers from ETH Zurich, the Friedrich Miescher Institute in Basel and the Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne have engineered elastic ear cartilage in the laboratory using human cells. This marks a ...

Despite the proven benefits of newborn hearing screening and early intervention, universal screening is not yet mandated in South Africa and is only available at a few public ...

Biomaterials are taking medicine by storm – explore some recent preclinical advances in the field that may yield therapeutic benefits.

Beta Technologies accelerates Alia MV250 development by six months FAA selects Beta, Joby Aviation, ‌Archer Aviation for air mobility pilot programs Beta has 890 firm aircraft orders, majority for ...

If you love falling asleep to music, soothing ocean sounds or your favourite podcast, you are not alone. But is it ok to listen to them as you fall asleep if you wear earphones? Over time, this can ...

Ear infections and earwax blockages are common issues, especially in children. Both can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as ear pain, pressure, or hearing loss. Understanding the signs can help you ...

The ear canal has glands that produce a waxy oil called cerumen. This often emerges from the opening of the ear and is commonly known as earwax. It may fall out naturally or be washed away. Earwax ...

A 2-week course of auricular acupressure, a traditional therapy targeted at stimulating the central nervous system, in adults with functional dyspepsia and insomnia was associated with improved sleep ...