FM Systems and Children with Dyslexia
“For children with dyslexia, FM systems not only allow them to hear better while the device is in use, but it can also mean long-term improvement in phonological awareness and reading skills – even beyond the use of the device, according to a recent study published in the journal, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.”…
Common Signs of Hearing Loss
Common Signs and Symptoms of Hearing Loss Do you… • frequently have to ask for repetition? • have trouble hearing when you are spoken to from another room? • feel that you hear sound but do not understand speech clearly? • feel that people are mumbling? • have trouble hearing when there is noise around…
Ten Fun Hearing Facts
10 FUN FACTS ABOUT HEARING: *Reported by the American Academy of Audiology
Hearing Loops
Get More From Hearing Aids or Cochlear Implants With Hearing Loops A hearing loop provides significantly enhanced functionality for hearing aids and cochlear implants. Even with the most up-to-date technology, hearing aids and cochlear implants cannot completely separate important sounds from background noises; nor do they pick up all sounds from a distance such as…
Overview on Allergies to Mold
Mold Allergy Overview Molds are tiny fungi whose spores float through the air. They like dark, damp, warm environments and need four things to grow: food, air, warm environment and water. Molds can be found outdoors, in homes and in other buildings. Everyone breathes in mold spores in the air, but some people have an allergic…
Outdoor Warning Devices (OWDs)
According to the St. Charles County Division of Emergency Management website, Outdoor Warning Devices are only meant to be heard outdoors: “Outdoor warning devices are intended to warn those who are outside when they are sounded. They are not intended to penetrate inside a structure, especially considering ambient noise and insulation. Please augment your safety…
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Noise-induced hearing loss is caused by damage to the hair cells found in the inner ear. Hair cells are small sensory cells that convert the sounds we hear (sound energy) into electrical signals sent to the brain. Once damaged our hair cells cannot grow back, causing permanent hearing loss. The Cost of Losing Your HearingWhen…
National Awareness for Better Hearing and Speech Month
Parents: Do You Understand The Effects Of Hearing Loss On Your Child’s Development? National Awareness Month Educates Parents About Hearing Disorders Affecting School Performance Hearing is critical to a child’s speech and language development, communication, and learning, yet children with hearing problems continue to be an underidentified and underserved population. This May, as part of…
Missouri Assistive Technology
MISSOURI ASSITIVE TECHNOLOGY “The mission of Missouri Assistive Technology is to increase access to assistive technology for Missourians with all types of disabilities, of all ages.” Telecommunications Access Program for Telephone “Missouri TAP for Telephone is designed to provide adaptive telephone equipment and telephone signaling devices for individuals with disabilities in Missouri. A full range…
Hearing Loss Association
If you or someone you know is living with hearing loss and would like to learn more about support and advocacy, the audiologists at Midwest ENT Centre recommend visiting the Hearing Loss Association of America’s (HLAA) website at www.hearingloss.org. “The Hearing Loss Association of America is the nation’s largest organization for people with hearing loss…HLAA provides…