Traveling Tips for Cochlear Implant Users
Check out some travel tips for CI users, incl. info on airplanes & keeping processors safe in water & at theme parks!
Link: http://cochlearimplantonline.com/site/life/vacationing-and-traveling/
Monthly Archives: July 2014
Website Serving as a Resource to Help Improve the Outcomes of Children with Hearing Loss
This is a ‘go-to’ site for professionals and family members seeking more information about the learning and social issues of children with hearing loss* and what you can do to better support the future success of these children.
Link: http://successforkidswithhearingloss.com/
School hearing tests do not detect noise exposure hearing loss
School hearing tests cannot effectively detect adolescent high-frequency hearing loss, which is typically caused by loud noise exposure, according to researchers. School screenings primarily focus on low-frequency hearing loss. This is logical for young children, who are more likely to develop low-frequency hearing loss due to fluid in the ear after a bad cold or an ear infection. Adolescents, however, are more susceptible to high-frequency hearing loss, usually brought on by exposure to loud noises, but the same tests are used on adolescents and young children.
Link: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/03/140320101433.htm
Link: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/03/140320101433.htm
CMV Public Health and Policy Conference Early Reg Rate Still Available
Don’t forget to register soon for the CMV Public Health & Policy Conference so you can receive the early bird registration rate! The agenda for the conference is available online for you to view as well.
Link: http://cmv.usu.edu/Registration.cfm
Baby Sign Language and Grandparent and Grandchild Interaction
Sign language is a unique and wonderful way for grandparents to bond with their grandchildren.
The opportunities for learning sign language with your grandchild(ren) are endless! Click on the link for more information and a few activities to get you started.
Link: http://www.babies-and-sign-language.com/grandparents-and-baby-signing.html
Electrophysiological Procedures for Infant Auditory Assessment Webinar Recording
Have you had a chance to view the webinar recording of “The Big Picture” By Dr. James Hall? Check out the NCHAM website to watch this great session that provides a focused review and important information needed to accurately diagnose hearing loss in infants.
Link: http://www.infanthearing.org/workshop/non-ceu-versions/diagnostic-audiology/index.html
Link: http://www.infanthearing.org/workshop/non-ceu-versions/diagnostic-audiology/index.html
Genetic Studies Lead the Way to Understanding EVA
For several decades, researchers at the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) have been leading an effort to understand the genetic underpinnings of enlarged vestibular aqueducts (EVA), a condition associated with early hearing loss in children, and in some cases, thyroid problems in the teenage years.
Link: http://vestibular.org/news/05-30-2014/genetic-studies-lead-way-understanding-eva-childhood-hearing-disorder
5th International Gathering of the Coalition for Global Hearing Health
Plan to attend the 5th International gathering of the Coalition for Global Hearing Health held at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford (England) on 25 – 26 July. You will want to register early for the conference and to reserve your room (from the limited block) held for attendees.