Independence Day is a celebration of our country’s birthday, and we’re so grateful for the service of our active members of the military and veterans—who are, as we know, disproportionately affected by hearing loss and tinnitus. But now evidence is emerging of additional, severe brain injuries affecting service members.
Progress Forward
This newly graduated high school student who wears a cochlear implant is making plans to pay it forward.
How to Advocate for Your Health With Providers
These experiences highlight the need for patients, especially women, to advocate for accurate diagnoses.
New Sounds, Thanks to Les Paul
The inventor of today’s recording techniques—with multiple ways to manipulate sound—would have been 109 this June 9. That would be Les Paul, the man whose signature is blazoned on the famous Gibson guitar.
Healthy Hearing Starts at Home
Even with this elevated awareness about the harm from excess noise, sometimes it’s hard to get this message to stick at home. Here is how I helped steer my kids, who are now teenagers, steer toward healthy hearing habits.
Help Childen With Hearing Loss Be Camp-Ready
Alongside the typical checklist for camp preparations, such as bug spray and sunscreen, consider preparing for scenarios where your child may need to speak up about communication needs and otherwise self-advocate so they can fully participate.
Monster Rats and More
I’ve been collecting these anecdotes that I hope help those of us living with hearing loss to remember that laughter can be the best medicine