October 26, 2016
Ellen Degeneres deaf blind athlete
Published by Jill von Büren at October 26, 2016

Ellen Chats with Deaf, Blind High School Football Player

A deaf, blind high school varsity football shares how he overcomes obstacles to follow his passions.
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October 14, 2016
mom finds Affordable Option for Hearing Aids
Published by Jill von Büren at October 14, 2016

Community Spotlight: Finding Affordable Option for Hearing Aids Changes Mom’s Life

Kim talks about her hearing loss, the struggle to find an affordable option for hearing aids, and the joy of rediscovering her children's voices.
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October 11, 2016
Congressman Jim Ryun wears Phonak Lyric invisible hearing aids
Published by Jill von Büren at October 11, 2016

With Lyric, sounds are ‘deeper, richer and more complete’

  As a high school student, he was the first athlete to run a mile in under four minutes. As an adult, he served as a US Congressman, supporting legislation […]
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October 7, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at October 7, 2016

Community Spotlight: Grandson and grandpa sport matching hearing aids

  When Oliver’s mom Macey shared photos of her son with us on Instagram (@ohboyoliver), we instantly fell in love with the little guy. Macey was gracious enough to share […]
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September 26, 2016
hear Appalachia: Kentucky community with hearing loss, Hear the World
Published by Jill von Büren at September 26, 2016

Hear Appalachia: Reviving a quiet community

The silence is almost ironic. Here, hidden deep in the Appalachian region, where there’s no clear route for arrival. Google maps and GPS don’t track the quiet timberlands, but the […]
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September 2, 2016
sign language wedding video
Published by Jill von Büren at September 2, 2016

Community Spotlight: Mom signs special song to daughter on wedding day

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently […]
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August 26, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at August 26, 2016

Community Spotlight: Crowdfunding for new hearing aids

Hearing aids are expensive, which is why many people are turning to crowdfunding for new hearing aids.  Rachael Nelson shares her GoFundMe story. By: Rachael Nelson “I lost my hearing […]
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August 22, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at August 22, 2016

Deaf footballer hosts soccer camp for children with hearing loss

Simon Ollert, a 19-year-old soccer player with profound hearing loss, teamed up with Phonak over the weekend to host an international soccer camp for 30 children between the ages of 12 […]
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August 19, 2016
Family of twin with hearing loss
Published by Jill von Büren at August 19, 2016

Community Spotlight: Hearing loss no barrier for tenacious twin

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently […]
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August 17, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at August 17, 2016

Right Hear, Right Now: Breaking down barriers of deafness and hearing loss

BY: Kate Disher-Quill I was born with a mild to moderate hearing loss, which is closer to a moderate loss these days. I was diagnosed when I was 3, yet it wasn’t […]
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August 1, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at August 1, 2016

Study: Untreated hearing loss in elderly contributes to reduced quality of life

Elderly people with hearing loss are more likely to stay home and opt out of activities and hobbies, which can lead to a reduced quality of life, according to a […]
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July 28, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at July 28, 2016

Study: Risky listening habits causing tinnitus in teens

An alarming number of young people are experiencing tinnitus from being exposed to loud music.
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July 13, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at July 13, 2016

Study: Caffeine may worsen hearing loss

Coffee’s effect on one’s health has seen both positive and negative reviews, but one recent study is again claiming it’s drawback: it can dramatically affect the body’s ability to recover […]
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July 8, 2016
deaf hip hop artist
Published by Jill von Büren at July 8, 2016

Community Spotlight: Deaf hip hop artist helps us feel the beat with BSL

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently […]
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June 23, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at June 23, 2016

Watch: Bride uses sign language for special father-daughter dance

The father-daughter dance is an emotional moment at many weddings, and one bride wanted to make the tradition even more memorable, by using sign language to give a special gift […]
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June 17, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at June 17, 2016

Community Spotlight: Our journey after a failed newborn hearing screening

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently we […]
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June 9, 2016
D.J. Demers America's Got Talent
Published by Jill von Büren at June 9, 2016

Deaf comedian, D.J. Demers, sparks laughs on “America’s Got Talent“

Our favorite deaf comedian, D.J. Demers broke the ice to the American public on Tuesday about his hearing loss… and his relationship status. D.J., who wears Phonak Naída V hearing aids […]
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May 30, 2016
Whimsical wings for hearing aids
Published by Jill von Büren at May 30, 2016

Community Spotlight: Whimsical wings bring wonderful touch to hearing aids

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently we […]
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May 27, 2016
Chewbacca video in sign language
Published by Jill von Büren at May 27, 2016

Watch: Viral Chewbacca video in sign language

Nearly 150 million people have watched the Facebook video of a Texas mom’s hilarious reaction to her newly-purchased Chewbacca mask, and now deaf viewers can also better enjoy the Chewbacca video in […]
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May 25, 2016
Published by Jill von Büren at May 25, 2016

Deaf model wins “Dancing with the Stars”

Nyle DiMarco, a deaf model who rose to fame when he was crowned “America’s Next Top Model,” once again proved that not only can Deaf people do anything, but they can […]
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