David Brady, Chair of Deafness Forum Australia, has announced his retirement after 14 transformative years at the organisation. His departure marks the end of an era of significant achievements and lasting impact in the field of hearing health and deafness advocacy. David Brady’s tenure, which will officially conclude in November 2024, leaves behind a legacy […]
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A groundbreaking gene therapy trial at Fudan University in Shanghai has given five deaf children, aged between one and 11, the ability to hear in both ears. Before the treatment, these children could not hear due to genetic mutations that prevent the production of a crucial protein needed for hearing. The trial, involving an inactive […]
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NAIDOC Week (7 to 14 July) is a perfect time to celebrate the rich history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and First Nations peoples. This year’s theme is “Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud.” The theme underscores the vibrant and enduring spirit of First Nations cultures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait […]
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Deafness Forum Australia is a staunch advocate for citizen involvement in research as it is crucial to transform research practices and outcomes for healthier, stronger communities. Towards achieving this, we have provided a submission to the review of the 2016 Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research led by the National […]
Occupational therapists, optometrists, osteopaths, pharmacists, physiotherapists and podiatrists are among the 16 professions regulated by an independent regulatory body. Yet, audiologists regulate themselves via their own peak body. Deafness Forum Australia considers having a single organisation, independent of the profession, that has oversight and authority to investigate and consistently manage complaints and apply sanctions across […]
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Every year in Australia, 400 children will be born with life-long disability caused by a common virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV). CMV is spread from person-to-person through contact with saliva, urine, tears, nasal mucus and intimate contact. Infected infants and young children, who may otherwise remain well, can easily pass this virus on to others. This […]
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