Angie, Author at Hearing Like Me

November 15, 2021

Published by Angie at November 15, 2021

Osteoporosis and the risk of hearing loss in women

As part of the Conservation of Hearing Study (CHEARS), researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston carried out a longitudinal study to see if osteoporosis and low bone density […]

November 1, 2021

Published by Angie at November 1, 2021

Major UK TV channel without captioning

British free-to-air public-service television network Channel 4 has been without captioning since a fire suppressant system at a London broadcast centre destroyed hard disks on September 25. The channel’s captioning, signing, […]

October 11, 2021

Published by Angie at October 11, 2021

Decoding a new language: audiology terms explained

October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means we’re delving into the murky world of “audiology speak” – that alien language of audiology terms spoken by audiologists and Ear Nose Throat […]

October 4, 2021

Published by Angie at October 4, 2021

What is #HearingLossHour? A Twitter chat for the deaf community

Phonak hEARo Angie Aspinall founded the monthly Twitter chat #HearingLossHour in 2015 to try and help combat the social isolation often felt by people with hearing loss. It has since […]

October 1, 2021

Published by Angie at October 1, 2021

Sensory loss and depression: Looking beyond the headlines

News articles ran with a dramatic headline: "Women with sensory loss twice as likely to suffer depression." A closer look determines this to be a stretch.

September 17, 2021

Published by Angie at September 17, 2021

A list of deaf stand-up comedy

There are many deaf stand-up comedies who have made a name for themselves. May this list bring more laughter to your days!

August 30, 2021

Published by Angie at August 30, 2021

Deaf actor joins ‘New Amsterdam’

Deaf actor Sandra Mae Frank is the latest actor to join the U.S. TV series, “New Amsterdam.” Frank will play Dr. Elizabeth Wilder, a highly sought-after surgeon who is deaf […]

May 31, 2021

Published by Angie at May 31, 2021

Spring weather, allergies, and hearing aid maintenance

The weather and seasonal allergies can affect your hearing. Hearing Like Me takes a look at spring weather, allergies, and hearing aid maintenance.

April 9, 2021

Published by Angie at April 9, 2021

Interview with author Samantha Baines of ‘Harriet Versus the Galaxy’

Award-winning comedian, actor, and Phonak hEARo, Samantha Baines takes readers on an intergalactic adventure in her new book, Harriet Versus the Galaxy. The story follows a girl whose hearing aid is […]

March 8, 2021

online meetings easier for people with hearing loss

Published by Angie at March 8, 2021

Online meetings are easier for people with hearing loss

Since the start of the pandemic, many of us have increased our use of video conferencing. Much has been written by hearing people about a phenomenon called Zoom fatigue, but […]

March 3, 2021

Published by Angie at March 3, 2021

Join the Hear-a-thon on World Hearing Day 2021

The World Health Organization holds World Hearing Day each year on March 3. This annual global initiative promotes ear and hearing care across the world.

March 12, 2019

Published by Angie at March 12, 2019

5 things that can make tinnitus worse

Tinnitus is often described as whistling, buzzing or ringing in the ears. Here are some tips relating to five things that can make tinnitus worse.

March 29, 2018

Published by Angie at March 29, 2018

Am I speaking too loud when wearing my new hearing aids?

For the first-time hearing aid user, there’s a common issue everyone faces, and that is adjusting to the sound and volume of your own voice as heard through the hearing aids. […]

March 6, 2018

Published by Angie at March 6, 2018

Do brain-training games improve listening skills?

Findings from a recent study at Harvard University in Boston, suggest that adults with hearing loss, who play computer games designed to improve audio skills, may have an easier time […]

March 2, 2018

Published by Angie at March 2, 2018

World Hearing Day 2018: How we can prevent hearing loss in the future

World Hearing Day is happening tomorrow and this year’s the theme is ‘Hear the Future’. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other organizations across the globe will come together to raise […]

February 27, 2018

watching television with hearing loss can't hear the tv

Published by Angie at February 27, 2018

Can’t hear the T.V.? 3 tips for watching television with hearing loss

Can't hear the TV? It may be the first sign of hearing loss.Here three tips for watching television with hearing loss.

February 8, 2018

Published by Angie at February 8, 2018

Mind your hearing: Can traveling on the London Underground cause hearing loss?

The BBC recently discovered that certain parts of the London Underground can be as loud as a helicopter taking off nearby. Does this mean that commuters should be using hearing protection […]

February 6, 2018

Published by Angie at February 6, 2018

Tinnitus: It’s in your head

Research highlights possible cause for tiredness and concentration issues related to chronic tinnitus.

February 5, 2018

Published by Angie at February 5, 2018

Tinnitus Week: Sharing information, resources and relief

For the first time ever, the biggest tinnitus organizations have come together to promote awareness of tinnitus, for Tinnitus Week 2018.

January 1, 2018

Published by Angie at January 1, 2018

Two New Year’s resolutions for people with hearing loss

New Year’s resolutions are often about setting ourselves new goals to accomplish, or new skills to learn. There are many modes of communication for deaf and hard of hearing people. […]