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May 8, 2017

Published by Kirsten Brackett at May 8, 2017

My experience with Phonak Audéo B-R hearing aids

Recently, I got a new pair of hearing aids. Phonak Audéo B-R hearing aids to be exact. So far, they have completely met my expectations.

May 1, 2017

Published by Kirsten Brackett at May 1, 2017

Why I decided to wear my hearing aids

For a long time in my life I had a love/hate relationship with my hearing aids and navigating my hearing journey was a challenge.

March 15, 2017

Published by Editorial Staff at March 15, 2017

Is an in-the-ear hearing aid right for me?

ITE hearing aids are custom designed to sit perfectly within the outer ear while the half shell fits within the outer part of your ear.

March 8, 2017

Published by Anna Biggins at March 8, 2017

3 Hearing Challenges Solved with Titanium Hearing Aids

Choosing your first hearing aid can be overwhelming, as there are many factors that go into this decision – both for your personal preference and your hearing needs. What makes […]

March 2, 2017

Published by Jaime Del Pizzo at March 2, 2017

How my hearing aids survived a pool party

A few summers ago, I had one of my worst nightmares come true. My hearing aids got wet. When it happened, it was like super slow motion, as gravity pulled […]

February 24, 2017

Published by Jill von Büren at February 24, 2017

Hearing Tech Talk: What is a hearing aid?

What is a hearing aid? What is a PSAP? What is a "hearable"? These are some of the questions answered in the first-ever Hearing Like Me podcast.

February 10, 2017

Published by Jill von Büren at February 10, 2017

Community Spotlight: 10 year old hears the sound of wind for the first time

Jaden is in 4th grade and just heard the sound of wind for the first time, thanks to his Phonak CROS Hearing Aid and Phonak Sky V.

January 27, 2017

Published by Jill von Büren at January 27, 2017

Dad Gets Hearing Aid Tattoo to Inspire Deaf Son

A failed newborn hearing screening and the desire to ensure his son grows up feeling confident were the only factors Robbie needed when deciding to get a hearing aid tattoo. […]

January 10, 2017

hearing loss hour visible or invisible hearing aids

Published by Angie Aspinall at January 10, 2017

#HearingLossHour: Do you prefer visible or invisible hearing aids?

What are the pros and cons of having a visible or invisible hearing aids? We got to the heart of these matters during #HearingLossHour.

January 9, 2017

Published by Angie Aspinall at January 9, 2017

Deaf audiologist Stacey Lim tells us how she followed her dreams

Stacey Lim is an audiologist. She’s also been deaf from birth. I had the opprtunity to talk to Stacey about what prompted her choice of career and what obstacles she […]

December 13, 2016

Published by Angie Aspinall at December 13, 2016

Practical Gift Ideas for Hearing Aid Users

When it comes to giving gifts for people with hearing loss, there are two ways to go – practical gifts, things the recipient will find useful but wouldn’t necessarily buy for […]

November 21, 2016

Published by Eloise Garland at November 21, 2016

How my Hearing Aids Helped my Tinnitus

My hearing aids helped my tinnitus by increasing sound from the real world, allowing my brain to no longer needed to generate sound from within.

November 11, 2016

Published by moniquehammond at November 11, 2016

It’s a Team Effort: My Steps and Advice for Buying Hearing Aids

The first lesson that I learned as I went in search of hearing help was that buying a hearing aid is a team effort. The “hearing aid team” includes the […]

November 8, 2016

does my hearing aid have a telecoil? t-coil technology in hearing aids

Published by Anna Biggins at November 8, 2016

Ask Anna: Does my hearing aid have a Telecoil?

Ask Anna is a weekly advice column for the hearing loss community. Dear Anna, I’ve seen signs around my community – like at the train station and the theater – about […]

October 18, 2016

Published by Angie Aspinall at October 18, 2016

The Dangers of Hearing Aid Batteries for Pets and Children

How many of us who handle hearing aid batteries on a daily basis realize that we’re handing something as potentially lethal as poison?

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 […]

August 17, 2016

Published by Anna Biggins at August 17, 2016

Testing the best hearing aid settings for cyclists

Recently, we shared some tips and tricks for cycling with a hearing loss, but because this is such a popular issue, we wanted to go further into this topic […]

July 21, 2016

Published by Editorial Staff at July 21, 2016

Simplify Life: Rechargeable hearing aids save 500 batteries

Imagine a world where powering your hearing aids is just as easy as charging your cell phone each night.

July 21, 2016

Published by Editorial Staff at July 21, 2016

5 Reasons People Don’t Wear their Hearing Aids

It’s a familiar situation for many families. A loved one’s hearing is declining, and after years of miscommunication and frustration, they finally visit an audiologist. They invest in hearing aids, but […]

July 20, 2016

Published by Mat Gilbert at July 20, 2016

How my hearing technology has improved over the years

As someone who suffers with a hearing loss, I am very dependent on technology. Technology helps me hear, helps me learn, helps me engage with other members of the public […]

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