May 14, 2021
hearing
Published by Team Phonak at May 14, 2021

How hearing aids made a difference for Krister Nordin

Krister Nordin, former Swedish football player, didn’t address his hearing issues until after he retired, but once he did, he realized that getting hearing aids made a difference in many […]
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April 8, 2019
concert
Published by nataliewilkinson at April 8, 2019

Do’s and Don’t’s of Going to a Concert with Hearing Loss

Music is one of my favorite things. Having hearing loss doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a concert.
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September 11, 2017
Phonak compilot and hearing aids
Published by Kirsten Brackett at September 11, 2017

Community Spotlight: Brittany stays active with her Phonak hearing aids, ComPilot

  Like many children with hearing loss, Brittany Kaplan knew how to fake it. Even as a five-year-old, before her hearing loss was diagnosed, she was terrified of getting her […]
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August 9, 2017
Published by anthonykitt at August 9, 2017

The Month I Suddenly Went Deaf

Nobody tells you how hard it is going to be to lose your hearing. My experience with sudden hearing loss has been a journey.
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August 4, 2017
sailing with hearing aids
Published by Kirsten Brackett at August 4, 2017

Teen set to sail the Pacific with hearing aids

Oliver Howe is not your typical 14-year-old. He is a talented musician and sailor… who also has hearing loss.  The New Zealand teen recently embarked a sail boat with his family for […]
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June 26, 2017
deaf comedian DJ Demers with Phonak compilot
Published by DJ Demers at June 26, 2017

The ComPilot Chronicles: John Mayer, God and Me

D.J. Demers has been using hearing technology for 27 years. His talks about his latest hearing aids and Phonak ComPilot.
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May 15, 2017
compilot air
Published by Kirsten Brackett at May 15, 2017

Connecting my hearing aids to technology

As a young adult, I’m constantly using my phone and computer to communicate and stay connected with the world, so of course I expect my hearing aids to be compatible with […]
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May 10, 2017
deaf creative director
Published by Editorial Staff at May 10, 2017

How a deaf creative director uses technology to achieve his dreams

Peter is completely deaf in one ear and have about 35-40 percent hearing in the other ear, but is fully equipped with hearing technology.
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February 1, 2017
Published by Angie at February 1, 2017

How video chat can transform relationships for people with hearing loss

As someone with single-sided hearing loss, video chat has transformed my relationships. Video chat allows you to lip-read or use sign language.
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December 15, 2016
What is it like to be a deaf teen?
Published by Ellie Parfitt at December 15, 2016

What is it like to be a deaf teen?

Ellie walks us through a typical day and shares the challenges, perks and communication preferences for a deaf teenager.
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December 13, 2016
Gift ideas for Hearing Aid Users
Published by Angie 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 […]
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February 22, 2016
Katherine Buton
Published by Stu Nunnery at February 22, 2016

After hearing loss, Katherine Bouton finds new purpose in life

Stu Nunnery talks to Katherine Bouton, best selling Hearing Loss author, former editor at the New York Times and member of the Board of Trustees of the Hearing Loss Association of America.
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December 11, 2015
Published by Editorial Staff at December 11, 2015

America’s Deaf Top Model and Deafness’ “Cultural Moment”

Deaf man wins America's Next Top Model, Broadway musicals and Santas turn to sign language
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