Hudson couple makes decision to get a cochlear implant for 3-year-old son November 20, 2011 By JESSICA COOLEY/The Lufkin News HUDSON — Three-year-old Jaxon Baxter traces letters on the shirt of his dad, Daniel, with one hand while gesturing with…
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Deaf woman hearing her voice for first time after Houston surgery is Internet sensation
Video of deaf woman hearing her voice for first time after Houston surgery is Internet sensation BY CLIFFORD PUGH October 2, 2011 With all the depressing news going around nowadays, it’s nice to hear something uplifting. Perhaps that’s why this…
Student to compete in Miss Deaf Texas pageant
Student to compete in Miss Deaf Texas pageant Michelle Benjamin’s eyes catch everything. Whether it’s the glances or awkward grimace between people trying to help her understand a question, Benjamin’s eyes catch everything. They’ve had to for five years.The business…
Teen raises money to help people overcome deafness
Teen raises money to help people overcome deafness Monday, Jun. 27, 2011 BY SUSAN MCFARLAND [email protected] KELLER — A once-deaf teen who had her hearing restored is raising money to help other people overcome deafness. Brooke Batterson, 17, of Keller,…
Deaf Olympics draws 70 youths
Deaf Olympics draws 70 youths By Charles Bryce Special to the Standard-Times May 6, 2011 SAN ANGELO, Texas — Judging by the laughter, the contagious smiles and the numerous congratulatory high-fives Friday, the West Texas Deaf Olympics at Old Bobcat…
Grassroots Effort to Encourage and Inspire People to Get Involved and Change Lives of Those Struggling with Hearing Loss
Cochlear Americas Launches “Have You Heard?” Campaign Grassroots Effort to Encourage and Inspire People to Get Involved and Change Lives of Those Struggling with Hearing Loss. Challenges the Public to Help Spread the Word – One Million People In 31…