Judy Vinegar used to actively share her stories and ideas in this blog and she proved to be hard to replace. Her stories were so full of useful insights and practical advice that much of what she wrote is still relevant. But I realize that I needed to step up and continue to meet our goal of providing the best information possible to help people make informed decisions on ALDs.... Read More
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June 5, 2009 8:13 am | 
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Deaf guinea pigs can now hear thanks to a new gene therapy treatment performed by scientists at the University of Michigan Medical School. In 2005, after eleven years of intensive research, the scientists successfully grew new auditory hair cells in the cochlea of these mammals.... Read More
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My idea of a vacation is attending a conference and learning about all things related to hearing loss. Crabapple trees, daffodils and tulips blossomed along with the new products, best practices and great ideas at the PEPNet conference held on April 5-8th in downtown Louisville, KY.... Read More
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If you read nothing else today, read this fascinating article called “ELVAS Sightings – Hearing Aid or Headset?”... Read More
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My childhood hero, Batman, uses all types of gadgetry to foil his fiercest foes. Oh, how I admired the caped crusader with his transforming technology! In one stupendous story, Batman uses stereo locator earplugs to increase his hearing sensitivity. My 10-year old self reveled in the 21st century feel of these amazing gadgets.... Read More
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A reader asked, “How can I use an FM system or any of the other assistive listening systems (ALSs) with hearing aids? If I put on headphones, my hearing aids squeal.” (Read all about it in last week’s blog: Using Assistive Listening Systems with Hearing Aids)... Read More
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