September 11, 2018

What’s On Her Ears?

My daughter Raina had hearing aids for less than an hour when we first got the question: “What’s on her ears?” It was asked by an elderly couple walking by […]
September 11, 2018

Did you know that September is deaf awareness month?

It’s that time of year again, folks! For the uninitiated, September is International Deaf Awareness Month, and with it comes a chance to make our voices heard. Deaf Awareness Month […]
August 29, 2018

Deaf 12-year-old campaigns for British Sign Language GCSE

Studying a language at school is considered one of the most common, in some cases; compulsory subjects.  When deaf 12-year-old Daniel Jillings realized he couldn’t study his native language in […]
August 24, 2018

Sonova Japan hosts baseball event to raise hearing loss awareness

Sonova Japan teamed up with the professional baseball team, the Saitama Seibu Lions, to host the event Phonak x Lions Kids Special Day in Tokorozawa City, Japan. The event was […]
August 15, 2018
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Watch: Baby hears mom for the first time and can’t stop smiling

  Baby Alex Denman heard his mother’s voice for the first time with his new Phonak Sky hearing aids and his eyes immediately lit up with happiness. The 5-month-old was […]
July 31, 2018
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Moms of deaf children create Instagram account to teach ASL

Meagan Ackerman and Lana Wilson, are two mothers both raising children with hearing loss. The two mothers met on social media and decided to join together to create an account to […]
April 4, 2018
noise levels in public places

This online community is raising awareness about deafening noise levels in public places

Have you ever thought about noise levels when out and about? Or have you ever had to leave somewhere because it was too loud? That’s why the Decibel Squad was […]
March 2, 2018
World Hearing Day 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 6, 2018
Effects of Tinnitus

Tinnitus: It’s in your head

Research highlights possible cause for tiredness and concentration issues related to chronic tinnitus.
February 5, 2018
tinnitus week

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 22, 2018
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Celebrating the diversity of deafness

What does it mean to be Deaf, deaf or hard of hearing? Whether you are heavily involved in the Deaf/deaf/hard of hearing community, just learning about it, or somewhere in […]
December 18, 2017
hearing loss over the holidays

What to expect over the holidays if you’re deaf

The build-up to the winter holidays is an exciting time, but for those with hearing loss we often go through the same situations each year. Luckily these challenging situations can […]
December 14, 2017

Being the Change: How to End Hearing Loss Prejudice

It is often said that people fear what they do not understand. Ending the hearing loss prejudice begins with us.
November 20, 2017
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How body language helps you communicate

Since discovering my hearing loss, I’ve noticed how I am more aware of body language and how it helps me communicate.  Body Language is a great form of communication because it […]
November 14, 2017
communication in sports

How to handle communication in water sports when the hearing devices come off

If you are an avid water sports person, you may find it challenging to communicate in a group setting when your hearing aids or cochlear implants are stored away in […]
October 20, 2017
embrace your hearing aids

What is single-sided hearing?

When you enter the world of hearing loss, it feel as though you are expected to learn a new language. There is so much jargon to get used to: ‘unilateral’, […]
September 14, 2017
hearing test

Everything you need to know about getting a hearing test

There are many different types of hearing tests, which can provide various information about how your child hears and processes sound.
July 4, 2017
4th of July with hearing loss

A deafie’s guide to celebrating the 4th of July

Celebrate the 4th of July when deaf or hard of hearing while protecting your hearing aids, ears, hearing and showing off your American pride!
June 27, 2017
sign language users have better peripheral vision

Do Sign Language Users Have Better Peripheral Vision?

Think fast! Have you ever thought about how fast your reaction time is?  A UK study has found that sign language users have better peripheral vision and reaction times than […]
May 18, 2017
what is it like to be deaf?

What is it like to be deaf?

These challenges will help you understand what it's like to live with hearing loss.