Beth Leipholtz writes, Our three-month-old baby Cooper is profoundly deaf. When I heard that for the first time, when it became real to us, I was terrified. In retrospect, I think much of that fear stemmed from my lack of knowledge. I didn’t know what that diagnosis meant for the rest of his life. This […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
It’s Tinnitus Week. https://www.tinnitusweek.com/ Do you think you hear sound when none is present? Does it sound like there’s a constant buzzing, hissing, whistling, swooshing or clicking noise in your ears? If so, you might be experiencing tinnitus, or “ringing in the ears.” Tinnitus is an audiological and neurological condition that affects nearly 15 per […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
One of the most common misconceptions about sign language is that it’s the same wherever you go. That’s not the case. In fact, there are somewhere between 138 and 300 different types of sign language used throughout the world today. New sign languages frequently evolve amongst groups of deaf children and adults. With that in […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
A position is open to join our team. We are searching for an experienced, highly organised professional to take on the role of Managing Editor of Voice. This is a flexible, rewarding role for a person with expertise in publishing or journalism and who has a strong understanding of current issues in the Down syndrome community.
Read more about the role here.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
Disability Royal Commission to visit Logan and Ipswich, Queensland The Disability Royal Commission is inviting people with disability and their families to Community Forums in the Queensland cities of Ipswich and Logan on 4th and 5th February 2020. At these Community Forums, you will be able to hear about the Royal Commission’s work, and you […]
Source: AFDO
Teens and hearing loss are complex topics by themselves. Combined, they represent a challenge that often leaves parents wondering how they will live through this period of their child’s life, teens on an emotional roller coaster from “leave me alone” to “pay attention to me,” and teachers seeking guidance to help understand and work effectively […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
