Deafness in early childhood is known to lead to lasting changes in how sounds are processed in the brain, but new research shows that even mild-to-moderate levels of hearing loss in young children can lead to similar changes. Researchers say that the findings may have...
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WORLD HEARING DAY and Hearing Awareness Week
Raising community awareness of the importance and fragility of hearing and what we can do to protect it. Starts Sunday 3 March.
Deaf gym junkie’s Auslan fitness classes believed to be Australian first
All around Australia, gym-goers are yelled at by enthusiastic exercise class instructors to go harder and faster. But, that can be pretty tough to follow if you're Deaf. Self-described Hobart gym freak Jarran Harris was born without hearing. The 27-year-old is...
Hearing aids slow dementia by 75%, new study finds
Wearing a hearing aid can slow the progress of dementia by up to 75 per cent, according to a new study. Scientists believe that keeping older people engaged and active by adopting the devices can significantly reduce age-related cognitive decline. They followed the...
Everything about Cochlear Implants
CICADA Queensland has launched its latest publication 'Everything you need to know about cochlear implants'. The publication will be an invaluable tool for cochlear implant clinics and people interested in an implant. The 42 page booklet takes you through the...
Communications technology help
Telecommunication technologies make many aspects of our life easier, but with so many different devices out there, finding the right equipment to meet our specific needs can be overwhelming. Accessible Telecoms is a nationwide disability telecommunications service...