Editorial Standards
Hearing Is exists to make hearing health easier to understand, harder to ignore, and more relevant to everyday life.
Our editorial work is guided by accuracy, transparency, independence, and usefulness to the people we serve.
Evidence and sourcing
Health and medical information is based on credible sources whenever possible, including government health agencies, peer-reviewed research, professional organizations, clinicians, researchers, and other qualified subject-matter experts.
We distinguish established medical guidance from emerging research, opinion, and developing technology.
Editorial independence
Financial relationships do not determine our editorial conclusions. Sponsors, partners, manufacturers, healthcare organizations, and other supporters do not receive control over independent editorial coverage simply because they support Hearing Is.
Sponsored and funded content
Sponsored, funded, or collaborative content will be clearly identified so readers can understand the relationship behind the content.
Corrections
If we discover a meaningful factual error, we will work to correct it promptly and clearly.
Technology coverage
Hearing Is may discuss hearing aids, cochlear implants, consumer technology, software, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. Coverage is intended to help readers understand these technologies and should not be interpreted as an endorsement unless explicitly stated.
Our priority
Our first responsibility is to provide clear, credible information that helps people better understand hearing health and the choices available to them.