Sweethearts: Couples Living with Sensory Loss

“Some think love can be measured by the amount of butterflies in their tummy. Others think love can be measured in bunches of flowers, or by using the words ‘for ever.’ But love can only truly be measured by actions. It can be a small thing, such as peeling an orange for a person you… Continue reading Sweethearts: Couples Living with Sensory Loss

Supporting Families: Adopted Children with Hearing Loss

“Somehow destiny comes into play. These children end up with you and you end up with them. It’s something quite magical.” -Nicole Kidman According to the Adoption Network, approximately 140,000 children are adopted each year in the United States (including international adoptions). That means thousands of families that are coming together. What many may not… Continue reading Supporting Families: Adopted Children with Hearing Loss

What to Know About Adopting A Child With Hearing Loss

What challenges accompany the adoption of a child with hearing loss? Researchers studied families of adopted hearing-impaired children for answers to this question. The 2018 study examines the hurdles these families must face and provides suggestions for effectively meeting the unique needs of these adopted children. Study Method Over eight months, the research team recruited… Continue reading What to Know About Adopting A Child With Hearing Loss

Theories On The Hearing Loss And Cognitive Decline Connection

As we age, it is vital that we take care of our brain. A considerable amount of research finds that hearing loss impacts cognition, and there is a direct correlation between the level of uncorrected hearing loss and the risk of dementia. A Johns Hopkins study examined 600 volunteers over 20 years. At the start… Continue reading Theories On The Hearing Loss And Cognitive Decline Connection

The High Health Care Costs of Untreated Hearing Loss

There are presently over 37 million Americans with hearing loss according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). This staggering figure is alarming when you consider the effects that an untreated hearing loss can have not just on communication but on general health and safety as well. Now, it seems that… Continue reading The High Health Care Costs of Untreated Hearing Loss

The World is a Noisy Place!

by:  Dr. Arthur Zinaman Background noise, ambient noise, reverberation, many conversations at once, chatter, babble, murmur…  whatever you wish to label it, competing sound interferes with the clarity and understanding speech.  Most people experience this occurring in busy restaurants, parties, gatherings, and other social situations where there is a crowd. Here is the typical scenario;… Continue reading The World is a Noisy Place!

Finding a Carbon Monoxide Detector that Works for You

Safety is a high priority concern for anyone, regardless of hearing ability. Driving safely, being aware of your surroundings and emergency preparedness are all things that many of us focus on, but it’s also so important to make sure you’re protected from the silent killer, carbon monoxide. Those with hearing loss once had to rely… Continue reading Finding a Carbon Monoxide Detector that Works for You

The Latest Advances in Hearing Devices: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and More

Thanks to continual advances in technology, hearing devices continue to develop and change, providing users with better hearing experiences. As demonstrated at the 2018 EUHA Congress, hearing devices are becoming more advanced and are using technologies originally developed in other fields to give users a more natural hearing experience. While each hearing device is unique… Continue reading The Latest Advances in Hearing Devices: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and More

Carbon Monoxide Detectors for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Thanks to technological and medical advances, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can now live more independent lives than ever before. In addition to devices that help you communicate and connect with the world, there are also devices and systems available to help you stay safe. Traditionally, carbon monoxide detectors emit an alarm… Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Detectors for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing