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Melvin Allen, a Vietnam veteran, suffered hearing loss due to loud noise exposure during his service. In 2008, he sought treatment, eventually receiving cochlear implants in 2020 and 2021, which transformed his life. Now, he advises other veterans to address hearing issues promptly, stressing the importance of staying connected through proper treatment. The post A Vietnam Veteran’s Hearing Health Journey first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.
A new FCC order 50 years in the making requires all cellphones sold in the United States to be hearing aid compatible (HAC). The post After 50 Years, 100% of Phones Will Soon be Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC) first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.
A new rule adopted on July 18 by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires television and video captioning display settings to be easier to access within two years. The post More Accessible Captions are On the Way! first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.
Courtney Muchow was born with atresia and microtia, ear malformations that can cause hearing loss. Her team has raised more than $9k in nine years at the NYC Walk4Hearing. The post Walk4Hearing Heroes Help HLAA Bring Hope – Courtney’s Crew first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.
The Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA) held its first global conference, CI Advocacy in Action, in Brussels, Belgium, May 9-10, 2024. HLAA was there. The post A World of Dreams: CI Advocacy in Action first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.
Hearing loss is very common as we age. Don’t be defensive, be proactive. You don’t have to be an old fuddy-duddy! The post Recognizing Hearing Loss as we age first appeared on HLAA California.
Written by HLAA Board Member – Janna Rovniak – you can follow along with her hearing journey at www.hardofhearingmama.com Have you ever considered navigating a store or the airport without The post How turning my voice off created accessibility first appeared on HLAA California.
We may be biased considering Sacramento is our hometown and that we have been fierce Kings fans our whole lives, but the Sacramento Kings have one of the most passionate The post A Night of Hearing Conservation with the Sacramento Kings first appeared on HLAA California.
Eric Brody, a Deaf advocate from Santa Barbara, has dedicated much of his life to strengthening his local Deaf and hard of hearing community. Through his advocacy work, teaching sign The post California Author Eric Brody Publishes “Deaf People Can Do Anything Except Hear” first appeared on HLAA California.
October is a month dedicated to raising awareness about hearing loss and promoting the importance of protecting our hearing. Audiology Awareness Month and National Protect Your Hearing Month are both The post Why the month of October matters for your ears first appeared on HLAA California.
Shari Eberts is a hearing health advocate, internationally recognized author, and speaker on hearing loss issues. Here are a few videos of Shari as a guest speaker at our chapter meeting.
Imagine arriving at a yoga and wellness retreat center where every class, session, and facility is designed to welcome everyone, including those with hearing loss. Instead of worrying about what you might miss, you can fully immerse yourself in relaxation, rejuvenation, and connection. This is the power of accessibility—it ensures every participant leaves feeling inspired Continue reading The post Making One Retreat Center an Oasis of Accessibility appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.
Hearing loss is a significant global problem, yet the research dollars allocated to it are relatively small. Why is this? And what can we do about it? The 2024 HLAA Convention presentation “Why is it so hard to treat sensorineural hearing loss?” raised a number of these questions. Unfortunately, there are no good answers. But Continue reading The post Why So Little Funding for Hearing Research? appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.
Thank you for making our community a welcoming and enriching environment for the 10th year in a row! 2024 has been another busy year of writing, speaking, and hearing access consulting! And of course We Hear You screenings and Hear & Beyond book signings! I look forward to many more events in 2025! Most Viewed Posts of Continue reading The post 2024 Marks 10 Years for Living with Hearing Loss Blog appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.
Many people advocate for better hearing loss awareness, but few bring the clout of Paul Simon. Paul began losing his hearing about three years ago, but it took a further step down in his left ear earlier this year. Losing hearing is traumatic for anyone, but perhaps even more so for a musician whose life’s Continue reading The post Paul Simon Boosts Hearing Loss Awareness appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.
It’s that time of year again—the holiday season. For many it’s a time of celebration, of reflecting with gratitude on the year that is ending, and for setting goals for the following year. For people with hearing loss, though, the holiday season can be a mixed blessing. We are excited to spend time with family Continue reading The post Holidays and Hearing Loss: Making it Work appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.
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Premium hearing aids may use artificial intelligence like machine learning and deep neural networks to help process sound. Learn why this is a significant improvement for people with hearing loss.
Many musicians have tinnitus and hearing loss, but often don't discuss it. Find out why it happens and how to get help.
People who work in healthcare and have hearing loss may struggle to use a standard stethoscope. Fortunately, there are devices and modifications to make it easier to hear, such as amplified stethoscopes and special headphones.
If you have tinnitus, good news: You can habituate to it, getting to the point where you no longer even notice it. However, this takes times and often comes with setbacks. Here's how to handle the process with minimal stress.
A look at the best audiology and speech rehab programs for 2024, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Dr. Olson is widely considered to be the most recognized Audiologist in the World thanks to the hundreds of informational videos on hearing loss & hearing treatment on his YouTube channel – link below video list.
For more video content, visit Dr. Cliff’s YouTube channel.
HearingTracker is considered to be a leading hearing aid shopping resource. Visit their website at HearingTracker.com.
For more video content, visit HearingTracker’s YouTube channel.
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