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Findings from a recent study at Harvard University in Boston, suggest that adults with hearing loss, who play computer games...
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November 5, 2018 “My hearing loss shouldn’t limit my life.” These are the words of Linda Almqvist, a 41‑year‑old woman who works as...
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When bullying isn’t just a teenage problem
PR Hilton November 1, 2018 Mention bullying to almost anyone and, you will usually get a response which assumes that those being bullied are young...
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8 challenges of being a deaf couple, and how to overcome them
markbarnard October 30, 2018 Dating another person who has hearing loss can have its challenges, but don't fret - there are ways to overcome them!
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Kindergarteners surprise Deaf custodian by signing Happy Birthday!
Editorial Staff October 29, 2018 A class of kindergarteners in Tullahoma, Tennessee wanted to surprise their Deaf school custodian, Anthony James, by wishing him a...
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Professional skier Robin Gillon shares his hearing loss journey
Kirsten Brackett October 25, 2018 Robin Gillon never let his hearing loss hold him back from becoming a professional skier. The 24-year-old was born severely...
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What it’s like being a player on the US Deaf Women’s National Soccer Team
ashleyderrington October 23, 2018 I was mainstreamed growing up, so the only other people I saw or knew with hearing aids were 'old' people....
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So, you think I have a deaf accent?
Jacqueline Drexler October 22, 2018 Where are you from?! It's a question I get all the time, as people look at me with interest, wondering in what far away land I've developed my unique intonation and pronunciations. Ugh, I think. They've just noticed my deaf accent.
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You can now add ASL stickers to your messages using the Gboard app!
Kirsten Brackett October 19, 2018 Google recently announced that with the design help from Phonak hEARo Jessica Flores, they were able to create American Sign...
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Lisa A. Goldstein October 18, 2018 Imagine being deaf and transgender, with the confidence to be open about both. This describes Chella Man, who recently became...
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Watch: Life wearing hearing aids, the wedding experience
Editorial Staff October 17, 2018 Do you wear your hearing aids at a wedding? Certain social situations that are loud, such as weddings, can...
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Why athletes are calling for better leaders in the Deaflympics
markbarnard October 12, 2018 Those who are familiar with Deaf sports will already know about the current scandals surrounding the Deaflympics, almost resulting in...
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‘The Listening Project’ shares stories of life with cochlear implants
Lisa A. Goldstein October 9, 2018 A new film about people with cochlear implants aims to inform viewers about life with hearing loss technology. Dr. Jane...
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#deaftalent:”The Walking Dead” casts deaf actress Lauren Ridloff
Ellie Parfitt October 8, 2018 Lauren Ridloff, a deaf actress, well known for her role in "Children of a Lesser God" will star in Season...
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8 hearing loss related Instagram accounts you should be following
morgansnook October 5, 2018 Instagram is a showcase of the knowledge, talent and cultural richness of the hearing loss community. My favorite accounts focus...
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Do this the next time someone notices your hearing aid
PR Hilton October 4, 2018 It can be very frustrating when you are getting along marvelously with someone, but then they suddenly notice that you’re...
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Phonak Teen Advisors: ‘I have never met someone my age who also has hearing loss’
Editorial Staff October 2, 2018 Eight teens, chosen Phonak Teen Advisory Board members, gathered to share their innovative ideas about improving hearing technology, spreading hearing...
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‘Eight Stories About Hearing Loss’: An upcoming film aiming to change perceptions of disabilities
Kirsten Brackett September 27, 2018 What does it feel like to have hearing loss? Argentinian filmmaker Charo Mato, takes us into the eyes and ears...
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Top benefits of hiring deaf and hard of hearing people
ashleyderrington September 25, 2018 The gap between deaf and hearing employees in the United States is drastic. According to "Deaf People and Employment in...
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How my hearing loss journey led me to become an audiologist
Jacqueline Drexler September 24, 2018 I was inspired by my audiologist and my family to go to school for audiology. In fact, it felt natural...
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Deaf community speaks out against new film ‘The Silence’
Ellie Parfitt September 21, 2018 A recent Twitter storm spiraled as the Deaf community responded to an article published by The Hollywood Reporter (THR) highlighting John...
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What it’s like to become a nurse with hearing loss
Annie Resetar September 20, 2018 Many people say that nursing is an art- it’s where a passion meets a career. Nursing is about helping people...
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8 year old sells lemon(aids) to help fund children’s hearing aids
Ellie Parfitt September 19, 2018 After discovering that some families, including her own family, struggle to afford hearing devices, 8-year-old Carly Waters wanted to change...
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‘Deaf Out Loud’: Bringing deaf and hearing worlds together
Lisa A. Goldstein September 12, 2018 People familiar with hearing loss know that every family is different; one communication modality that works for one may not...
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Toy Like Me: Changing disability stereotypes one toy at a time
Ellie Parfitt September 11, 2018 The founder of Toy Like Me, Rebecca Atkinson, was watching her children play with toys one day and realized that...
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My experience working with hearing loss in the entertainment industry
ashleyderrington September 11, 2018 Hearing in the workplace. Pretty essential and necessary, yes, but in today's society when so much is done over email...
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5 tips for booking and attending a medical appointment with hearing loss
PR Hilton September 11, 2018 For most people, making a booking and attending medical related appointments is a very simple procedure, however, this is not...
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What’s On Her Ears?
morgansnook September 11, 2018 My daughter Raina had hearing aids for less than an hour when we first got the question: "What's on her...
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How Roger helps with my children’s listening fatigue
Melissa Hyder September 11, 2018 I don’t remember the exact moment that I learned that there was an actual word that described the energy and...
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Optimizing the movie theater captioning experience
Lisa A. Goldstein September 11, 2018 Most times when Stacey Carroll – who has a profound hearing loss -- goes to the movies, either the captions...
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Did you know that September is deaf awareness month?
markbarnard September 11, 2018 It’s that time of year again, folks! For the uninitiated, September is International Deaf Awareness Month, and with it comes...
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Ask Anna: Can I sleep with my hearing aids on?
Editorial Staff September 8, 2018 Ask Anna is an advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, there are times where it seems like...
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How my friends reacted when they found out about my hearing loss
PR Hilton September 8, 2018 Since becoming a hearing aid wearer and learning that I am at least partially deaf, I have begun to understand...
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Two moms of children with hearing loss create Instagram account to help others learn sign language
Editorial Staff September 8, 2018 Meagan Ackerman and Lana Wilson, are two mothers both raising children with hearing loss. The two mothers met on social media...
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Ask Anna: Can my hard of hearing child wear headphones on the airplane?
Anna Biggins September 5, 2018 Ask Anna is an advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, We're taking an airplane to our family...
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Who is impacted by hearing loss and dementia?
Lisa A. Goldstein September 3, 2018 The headline is alarming. “A Minor Hearing Loss Now Can Mean Major Dementia Risk Later.” The Healthline subhead is no...
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Do you know about this deaf professional tennis player?
ashleyderrington August 30, 2018 Many of us are tuning in over the next several days to watch the tennis US Open in Flushing Meadows,...
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Deaf 12-year-old campaigns for British Sign Language GCSE
Ellie Parfitt August 29, 2018 Studying a language at school is considered one of the most common, in some cases; compulsory subjects. When deaf 12-year-old...
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Deaf teens: 7 things I would tell my teenage self
jaimedelpizzo August 27, 2018 Now that I am in my 20's I look back at my teen years and wish I could tell myself...
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Sonova Japan hosts baseball event to raise hearing loss awareness
Editorial Staff August 24, 2018 Sonova Japan teamed up with the professional baseball team, the Saitama Seibu Lions, to host the event Phonak x Lions...
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PR Hilton August 21, 2018 For most people, making a booking and attending medical related appointments is a very simple procedure, however, this is not...
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Tips for keeping a baby’s hearing aids in their ears
morgansnook August 20, 2018 Our 11-month-old baby Raina loves to pull her hearing aids out. Her tiny fingers will grasp at her ears even...
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Kirsten Brackett August 15, 2018 Baby Alex Denman heard his mother's voice for the first time with his new Phonak Sky hearing aids and his...
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How Roger helps with my children’s listening fatigue
Melissa Hyder August 14, 2018 I don’t remember the exact moment that I learned that there was an actual word that described the energy and...
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How I communicate in sports with hearing loss
ashleyderrington August 13, 2018 Sports are a huge part of our culture nowadays, whether you watch or play. Communication is a big part of...
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Deaf and hard of hearing characters in popular fiction
markbarnard August 8, 2018 I’m sitting in a school library as I write this – one of those magical havens of peace and quiet...
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