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Published by melaniejayneashford at June 11, 2021
Video games for people with hearing loss
Published by Editorial Staff at June 9, 2021
How a little black hearing aid has changed skier Robin Gillon’s life
Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at June 7, 2021
Hat for cochlear implants is just the start

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June 9, 2021

Published by Editorial Staff at June 9, 2021

How a little black hearing aid has changed skier Robin Gillon’s life

Professional skier Robin Gillon has been climbing the ranks as a professional athlete, despite living with severe hearing loss his entire life.

May 4, 2021

Published by Editorial Staff at May 4, 2021

Deaf, Hard of Hearing Mothers Needed for Survey about Health Care during Pregnancy

Researchers are looking for Deaf and hard of hearing mothers to participate in a survey about their health care during pregnancy.

April 14, 2021

Published by Catalleya Storm at April 14, 2021

Google Chrome adds live captions in push for accessibility

Google Chrome is the latest platform to get an accessibility update, allowing users to add captions directly to their screens when using audio and video.

April 12, 2021

Published by Sofia Sans at April 12, 2021

Sign languages around the world

Did you know that there could be 300 distinct sign languages, not even counting dialects! Hearing Like Me takes a look at sign languages around the world.

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May 4, 2021

Published by Editorial Staff at May 4, 2021

Deaf, Hard of Hearing Mothers Needed for Survey about Health Care during Pregnancy

Researchers are looking for Deaf and hard of hearing mothers to participate in a survey about their health care during pregnancy.

March 19, 2021

Published by Beth Leipholtz at March 19, 2021

Study: Protein in ear hair cells could lead to treatment

A new discovery regarding protein in ear hair cells could be a doorway to identifying a treatment for hearing loss, thanks to research.

February 19, 2021

Published by PR Hilton at February 19, 2021

Discovery of another gene that causes deafness

After 22 years of study, scientists from the Netherlands have discovered another gene that causes deafness.

January 15, 2021

Published by Beth Leipholtz at January 15, 2021

Researchers discover link between hearing loss and dementia

Taking care of your hearing as you age is more vital than ever. Researchers have discovered a direct link between hearing loss and dementia.

December 11, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at December 11, 2020

Flying with hearing loss: Masks, communication and restrictions

Flying with hearing loss can be a challenge, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic and mandatory face masks. Here are some tips.

December 2, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at December 2, 2020

Healthcare providers and accessible communication

When it comes to healthcare providers and accessible communication, there’s no consistency. Email or a patient portal should be the standard for all patients, but this isn’t always the case. […]

November 18, 2020

Published by morgansnook at November 18, 2020

Face masks for hearing aid users

It’s no secret that some face masks aren’t very hearing aid friendly. Standard ear loop elastics interfere with the placement of behind-the-ear hearing technology. Clear masks on others provide access to […]

September 25, 2020

Published by Danielle Guth at September 25, 2020

The Reality of Listening Fatigue in a World of Masks

The concept of listening fatigue has been around for quite some time; but could it be even more prevalent in a world of face masks? The short answer is absolutely […]

September 9, 2020

Published by Isabella Candanosa at September 9, 2020

The connection between COVID-19 and Tinnitus

Throughout the pandemic, we have learned to recognize the signs of COVID-19. Cough, fever, and fatigue are some of the most common symptoms to watch out for. But one recent […]

August 21, 2020

Published by Anna Biggins at August 21, 2020

Ask Anna: Does COVID-19 cause hearing loss?

COVID-19, or Coronavirus, affects people in numerous ways. This newly identified virus that affects the respiratory system seems to come with many side effects, some that are very serious and […]