April 7, 2023
World Health Day - Health For All

World Health Day – Health For All

On April 7th, the World Health Organization (WHO) will celebrate World Health Day with the theme Health For All. The date also coincides with the 75th anniversary of WHO.
February 8, 2023
SASL: A new official language

SASL: A new official language

More and more countries are recognizing various sign languages as official languages. Two African countries have recently made headway in this area. In May of 2022, a bill proposing the […]
December 19, 2022
Deaf representation in the entertainment industry

Study: Deaf representation in the entertainment industry

The National Research Group (NRG) and the Deaf West Theater recently released a groundbreaking report on Deaf representation in the entertainment industry. It includes suggestions how to be more inclusive.
December 5, 2022
Vasculitis Disease and Hearing Loss

Vasculitis Disease and Hearing Loss

On Episode Three of National Geographic’s “Running Wild with Bear Grylls: The Challenge,” Ashton Kutcher revealed that he battled vasculitis disease and hearing loss. The disease not only took away […]
October 31, 2022
simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation

Simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation in children: A study

A study has found that simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation in very young children is beneficial. Results included the improvement of social skills and adaptability.
September 21, 2022
spreading deaf awareness

Spreading deaf awareness in your community

Whether you are a student, youth or adult, spreading deaf awareness is a wonderful initiative. Here are some helpful tips to get started in spreading deaf awareness in your community!
September 2, 2022
address your hearing loss at school

How to address your hearing loss at school

As summer winds to a close, students are returning to the classroom. Here are a few ways to address your hearing loss at school!
August 22, 2022
Phonak CROS

Five things I love about my Phonak CROS as a student

Fve things I love about my Phonak CROS as a busy teenager navigating school, clubs, sports, and more!
August 15, 2022
deaf comedian

Deaf comedian makes quarterfinals on AGT

Season 17 of “America’s Got Talent” kicked off at the end of May, 2022. After being inspired by other deaf contestants, deaf comedian Hayden Kristal (they/them/theirs) announced that they wanted […]