February 7, 2019
genetic testing
Published by morgansnook at February 7, 2019

Stresses and rewards of genetic testing for hearing loss

When our hard of hearing daughter was first referred for genetic testing, I was skeptical.  On the one hand, genetic testing might find a definitive cause of hearing loss. On […]
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January 18, 2019
Phonak CROS and cochlear implant
Published by Emmy Cartwright at January 18, 2019

Why I Decided to use a Phonak CROS with my cochlear implant

Eighteen years ago, the week of September 26 was Deaf Awareness Week. Coincidentally, I was also born during this week. During this week and in the months leading up to this […]
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November 27, 2018
how we pursued a cochlear implant for our child
Published by Emmy Cartwright at November 27, 2018

Phonak Teen Advisory Board: Meet Emmy

I was born profoundly deaf in both ears. For me, overcoming my deafness meant learning to be confident, helping others in this capacity, and educating those around me. I was […]
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June 13, 2018
red hearing aid
Published by Editorial Staff at June 13, 2018

Community Spotlight: James hears like never before with his bright red hearing aid

The day James Rios was fit with a hearing aid was the first time his mother, Carrie Rios called out her son’s name and he turned to exactly where she […]
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March 27, 2018
hearing aid emoji
Published by Ellie Parfitt at March 27, 2018

Finally, a Hearing Aid Emoji!

A new hearing aid emoji could be at your fingertips soon. Apple has plans to introduce new Emojis to represent people with disabilities, according to the blog Emojipedia. The new […]
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March 1, 2018
hearing loss and dementia
Published by Editorial Staff at March 1, 2018

Are hearing loss and dementia linked?

A recent study conducted by researchers at Harvard University found that there is a link between hearing loss and dementia. According to the research, the association between dementia and hearing […]
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December 13, 2017
Published by Ellie Parfitt at December 13, 2017

These hearing aid accessories are perfect to use over the holidays

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, it’s great to be prepared for your own hearing loss, or if a member of your family has one too. We’ve come prepared with […]
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October 6, 2017
deaf model in Starbucks commercial
Published by Ellie Parfitt at October 6, 2017

Deaf model from Starbucks’ commercial: ‘Life waits for no one’

Alma, deaf model, moved to Los Angeles with only $1,000. From right then she began to pursue her dream of being a fashion model. She works as a full-time hostess […]
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September 21, 2017
Published by Editorial Staff at September 21, 2017

After tragedy, musician Sam Baker ‘became an artist’ with hearing loss

In 1986 Sam Baker was traveling he faced an unexpected attack. Regardless, he found success as a musician with hearing loss.
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August 30, 2017
Phonak Naida V powerful, sleek and small hearing aids
Published by Angela Pelosi at August 30, 2017

Nothing to see here: Why the end of hearing aid stigma is in sight

It takes on average ten years for someone with hearing loss to seek help. Sigmas still surround hearing aids, but those ideas are changing.
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July 31, 2017
sudden hearing loss from meniere's disease
Published by Kirsten Brackett at July 31, 2017

How a hearing aid helps my mom live with Meniere’s disease

I will never forget when my mom started losing her hearing. It began with frequent vertigo episodes. Doctors eventually diagnosed the dizzy spells as Meniere’s Disease, and it began to affect her […]
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February 10, 2016
police dog
Published by Jill von Büren at February 10, 2016

Police dog’s keen nose helps find lost hearing aid

If you lose your hearing aid, a four-legged friend just may be able to help find it.
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December 21, 2015
Published by Jill von Büren at December 21, 2015

5 reasons why hearing aids are the original “wearable tech”

Wearables, wearable technology, fashion technology... the Internet of Things pretty much started with the hearing aid.
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October 5, 2015
Published by Christina Lisk at October 5, 2015

Don’t Eat my Hearing Aid!

One of the most common accidents with hearing aids is a pet thinking it’s lunch.* If you Google the phrase “pets eating hearing aids,” you will find endless articles and […]
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September 15, 2015
Published by Jill von Büren at September 15, 2015

Listening to Josef: A hearing aid wearer we can all relate with

As a social media community manager, I get to talk to a lot of people about their hearing loss. It’s been amazing to hear people’s stories – whether it’s a […]
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September 13, 2015
Published by Jill von Büren at September 13, 2015

Teen aims to make Californian city more hearing loss-friendly

Imagine a world where every newly constructed building would include accommodations for those with hearing loss, including acoustically-friendly designs, captioning and the latest hearing assistive technology. While it seems like […]
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September 8, 2015
aid the silent
Published by Jill von Büren at September 8, 2015

#ShowYourAids: Texan Beauty Queen Shows Us How to Live Proudly with Hearing Loss

If you’re active on social media, you probably have a list of hashtags you use when sharing photos about hearing loss. #HearingLoss, of course, #LifeIsOn – the official Phonak hashtag […]
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July 20, 2015
Published by Christina Lisk at July 20, 2015

The Before and After of Biology Class

Anybody who asked me about biology six years ago would know my unwavering response: “I hate biology and can’t wait for it to be over!” Biology started strong with top […]
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May 4, 2015
Published by Stu Nunnery at May 4, 2015

More Phone Etiquette for the Hearing Challenged and Those that Call Them

Everyone with a hearing challenge has a phone story. I knew from my very first hearing aid that the phone was going to be a problem. The technology at the […]
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March 18, 2015
Published by Christina Lisk at March 18, 2015

Dating with Hearing Loss: the Good, the Bad, and the Stories that Make You Say, “What?”

The audiologist will tell you many things when you get your first hearing aid. Keep it dry and don’t wear it with wet hair. Put it in a desiccating box, […]
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