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Tuned is committed to supporting the hearing health of everyone: from preventing loss, to offering hearing health?education, conservation, and solutions. Get Tuned in at https://www.tunedcare.com/ #tuned #tunedcare #thehearinghealthbenefit #empoweringhearinghealth #hearinghealthforall #benefits #employeebenefits #employeewellness #employeeretention #hr

Hearing health is just as essential as vision and dental care—so why isn’t it a standard benefit? In honor of World Hearing Day, Tuned’s Head of Audiology, Dr. Heather Malyuk, Au.D., and Director of Provider Operations, Dr. Kathleen Wallace, Au.D., sat down with Colonial Life’s Denise Stanley and Dr. Nicholas Reed, Au.D., PhD (tag) for a 360-degree discussion on the gaps in hearing care and benefits—and how we can bridge them. ??? Hearing benefits should be as common as dental and vision coverage. ?? Most employees opt into vision and dental—even if they skip medical. Hearing care should be just as accessible. ?? Education is key—when employers understand the impact of hearing health, making it a standard benefit becomes a no-brainer. At Tuned, we believe hearing care should be a workplace standard, not an afterthought. This World Hearing Day, we’re challenging employers to rethink benefits and make hearing health a priority. To watch the full panel:? https://lnkd.in/eJ8khZHi ?

When was the last time you had a comprehensive hearing exam? If you’re like most people, the answer is probably in elementary school.? As we recognize World Hearing Day, Colonial Life’s Denise Stanley and Dr. Nicholas Reed, Au.D., PhD joined Tuned’s Head of Audiology, Dr. Heather Malyuk, Au.D., and Director of Provider Operations, Dr. Kathleen Wallace, Au.D., for a panel discussion on a critical gap in healthcare—the absence of hearing benefits in employer wellness programs. ?? “We check vision, blood pressure, and BMI—but hearing is rarely included in routine care.” ?? “Most employer benefits only offer discounts on hearing aids—when what we really need is prevention and early intervention.” ?? “If dental and vision are standard, why isn’t hearing?” Tuned believes hearing health shouldn’t be an afterthought—it should be a workplace standard. This World Hearing Day, we’re calling on employers to make hearing care as automatic as dental and vision coverage. To watch the full panel: https://lnkd.in/eJ8khZHi

Be honest. When was the last time you had your hearing checked? You don’t wait for your teeth to fall out to see a dentist. You don’t wait until you bump into walls to get glasses. Your hearing allows you to communicate with the world. Why wait until you lose it? Tuned is the first and only employee benefit that provides annual hearing screenings and consultations to prevent hearing loss. Designed for the headphone generation. Colonial Life Unum

That magical moment when someone whispers ‘I love you’ in your ear. In that split second, all feels right with the world, your troubles drift away, and your smile is wide enough to warm the hearts of onlookers. But only if you can hear those special words. Tuned is the only comprehensive, virtual hearing benefit supporting the entire spectrum of hearing health; from preventing loss, to managing conditions, or supporting mild, moderate, or severe loss with solutions and ongoing support. Get Tuned in: https://www.tunedcare.com/ #tuned #thehearingcarebenefit #benefits#employeewellness #employeeretention #hr #theheadphonegeneration

Your audiologist isn't a personal trainer. However, getting Tuned into a regular exercise regime might be exactly what they prescribe. Tuned is the only comprehensive, virtual hearing benefit supporting the entire spectrum of hearing health; from preventing loss, to managing conditions, or supporting mild, moderate, or severe loss with solutions and ongoing support. Get Tuned in: https://www.tunedcare.com/ #tuned #thehearingcarebenefit #benefits #employeewellness #employeeretention #hr #theheadphonegeneration?

Your heart is talking, and it’s telling your audiologist all about your cardiovascular health. Hearing and heart health are closely linked, and the first sign of cardiovascular disease can be detected in a hearing test.? Women’s greatest health threat (according to the AMA) demands you listen up today! Tuned is the only comprehensive, virtual hearing benefit supporting the entire spectrum of hearing health; from preventing loss, to managing conditions, or supporting mild, moderate, or severe loss with solutions and ongoing support. Get Tuned in: https://www.tunedcare.com/ #tuned #thehearingcarebenefit #benefits #employeewellness #employeeretention #hr #theheadphonegeneration??Instagram: Listen up, ladies! Your heart has something to say to your audiologist. And you’ll want to hear what it says, as there’s a direct link between hearing and heart health! Get Tuned in ?? Link in bio #tuned #thehearingcarebenefit #hearthhealthmonth #aha #theheadphonegeneration

?? Another day - and another shiny, AI-powered, gravity-defying, glitzy new hearing aid just dropped. But what’s the point when adoption remains frustratingly low? The market keeps chasing premium, high-tech solutions—yet only 1 in 4 people who need hearing aids actually get them! Cost, stigma, and access remain the real barriers. So who are these innovations really for? The same small, affluent group that’s already buying and doesn't care if a typical hearing aid can cost up to 15% of an average American family's annual income - and not covered by insurance or benefits. And between us? Hearing aids don’t make quantum leaps in tech every six months. Even if you give them names that sound like Sci-Fi flicks. If we want real impact, innovation shouldn’t mean just better tech—it should mean better access. More affordability, more flexibility, and more solutions that meet people where they are. Otherwise, you're just making hearing health a luxury instead of what it actually is - a necessity. Tuned offers a real way forward. Our hearing health benefit covers employees from prevention to intervention and provides high-quality, extremely affordable and accessible care for every single employee. Not just the high-tech C-Suite crowd. Everyone deserves exceptional hearing health. #HearingHealth #Accessibility #Innovation

Is it time to double-down on thinking about how we communicate in-office? As more companies mandate a return to full-time office work, many of us are reflecting on the accommodations that have made remote work accessible over the past five years ?? & how that might transition to an in-office environment. As one of the 30+ million American adults living with hearing loss??- for those of us in this growing demographic, transitioning back to in-person work presents unique challenges. In virtual settings, we’ve been able to adjust our environments to meet our needs—whether that’s turning up the volume ?? on our laptops, using noise-canceling headphones ??, or relying on live captioning ?? during Zoom meetings. These tools have been crucial in making our workspaces more productive. But as we step back into the office, these adaptations become more complicated. The good news? There are simple, effective ways to support colleagues with hearing loss—& to build a more communicative (and happier) workplace in the process. ?? 1???Educate Yourself on Hearing Loss:?Take time to understand the different types of hearing loss and how they might impact those with a hearing deficiency. This knowledge can help you approach conversations with empathy, knowledge & awareness. 2???Provide Support, Not Pity:?Respect & understanding go a long way. Offer help when needed, but avoid making assumptions or treating hearing loss as a limitation. 3???Don’t Keep Support a Secret: Use 'best communication' practices like speaking clearly, facing the person when you talk (seeing a person speak helps those with hearing loss & ensuring that meeting rooms have minimal background noise + noise suppression walls, floors, etc & make those practices & hardware known. This normalizes accessibility & encourages others to follow suit. 4???Consider How You Communicate:?Simple changes—like speaking at a moderate pace, or summarizing key points in writing—can make a big difference. For example, if you know that someone has hearing loss, think about joining them for meetings where you are both attendees and 'reserving spots' for you both where the audio ?? will be best. Accessibility isn’t just about technology—it’s about fostering an environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.?Let’s make the return to the office a positive transition for?all?our colleagues, including those who are hearing-impaired. ???? ????? If you'd like to drive more awareness in your office, I hope you find my?Fast Company Premium article "An ultimate guide to supporting your colleague with hearing loss" helpful. The link to the full article is in the comments???. And if you have any experience helping those with hearing loss, please add to the conversation ?? for the benefit of us all ?? #leadership #accessibility #hearingloss #compliance #ethics #returntowork #returntooffice #accommodations #inclusion

I was happy to contribute to this article. Thank you Richard Bistrong and Fast Company for having me! To learn more about hearing benefits for companies, visit Tuned.