LIFESTYLE September 28, 2024 Tips for learning American Sign Language from the comfort of your own home It has never been easier to learn American Sign Language (ASL) with so many ways to learn right from home. There are millions of people throughout the country who use ASL.
TECH September 17, 2024 Apple transforms AirPods Pro 2 into low-cost hearing aids Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson: Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 will double as hearing aids via a software update.
HEALTH July 14, 2024 Chemotherapy drug could have a serious and surprising side effect, study finds A chemotherapy drug could cause “significant" hearing loss among cancer survivors, according to a study from the University of South Florida and Indiana University. Researchers and doctors react.
Media June 16, 2024 Groundbreaking Jesus film for deaf audiences debuts as director hails: ‘No barrier to communication’ The first film about Jesus's life told for deaf audiences will come out June 20, with a cast made up of deaf actors using ASL to communicate the Gospel message.
HEALTH June 5, 2024 Children with total deafness regain hearing after ‘groundbreaking’ gene therapy: ‘Like a miracle’ Five children who were born completely deaf have had their hearing loss reversed after receiving a “groundbreaking" gene therapy. Researchers and audiologists discuss what this means.
Health May 20, 2024 Listening to 'pink noise' could improve sleep and memory, early research shows Pink noise, a soothing alternative to white noise, is gaining attention for its potential benefits in promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality.
HEALTH May 3, 2024 Are noise-canceling headphones hazardous to your health? Audiology experts share warnings Noise-canceling earbuds and headphones can be helpful when you need silence — but could they be hazardous to your health? Audiology experts offered important insights.
HEALTH March 13, 2024 Fitness class too loud? What to know about protecting your hearing health Some audiology experts are warning that the loud volume of group fitness classes can take a toll on your hearing. Here's what you should know about safe audio levels.
Health February 7, 2024 Ask a doctor: ‘Why are my ears ringing, and should I see a physician?’ Daniel S. Troast, a doctor of audiology, shared with ӣƵ Digital the symptoms, causes and myths surrounding tinnitus, as well as ways to treat and prevent this common health issue.
Hearing Loss January 25, 2024 Hearing loss more likely to affect rural Americans and men, new study shows A study in The Lancet Regional Health-Americas Journal says hearing loss affects 37.9 million Americans and is more common in rural areas and among men.
Pennsylvania January 25, 2024 Children with inherited deafness hear for first time through experimental gene therapy Gene therapy has shown promising results in restoring hearing in children with inherited deafness, according to recent studies conducted in the U.S. and China.