Tag Archives: COVID-19

COVID-19: Key Mask Updates for Audiologists

Posted on January 20, 2022 by AU Bankaitis

The CDC recently updated their consumer webpage (January 14, 2022 updates) to reflect new mask recommendations to prevent transmission of SARS-CoV-2. This update received a lot of press although it targets consumers and remains separate from mask guidance for healthcare … Continue reading →

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Treating Excessive Ear Wax in a COVID-19 Environment – guest post by David J. Smriga, MA

Posted on March 3, 2021 by AU Bankaitis

Much to the disappointment of many in the world, humanity is still dealing with the impact COVID-19 is having on the way we live our lives.  As we continue to social distance and restrict our out-of-home activities to as little … Continue reading →

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My COVID Year – Kristi Mendoza, AuD

Posted on February 23, 2021 by AU Bankaitis

Do you remember the start of 2020? It was going to be the year of focus, the year of foundation, the year to burn the candle far into the night. Many of you probably purchased daytime planners or already has … Continue reading →

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Patient and Parent Anxiety During COVID-19

Posted on May 19, 2020 by AU Bankaitis

More than a handful of colleagues have asked for advice on how to respond to questions posed by patients or parents about properly cleaning hearing aids in the midst of COVID-19. It is perfectly normal to feel anxiety during these … Continue reading →

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Infection Control Anxiety: Acceptable Alternatives to Critical Supplies

Posted on May 4, 2020 by AU Bankaitis

updated May 6, 2020 with updates appearing in bold italics (originally posted May 4, 2020) As preparations are made to reopen clinical practices, many may be experiencing a new source of anxiety about workplace safety due to delayed access to … Continue reading →

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Qualified Disinfectants for COVID-19

Posted on April 14, 2020 by AU Bankaitis

Many audiologists are asking which surface disinfectants are effective in killing COVID-19. Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the specific coronavirus strain which causes COVID-19.1 In the absence of a current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) test protocol to … Continue reading →

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