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Jamie Berke

Weekend Deaf News Roundup

By , About.com Guide   June 26, 2010

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There were several good stories in the media this week about deafness that  I can't let the week end without a mention. There's something for everyone!

  • Remember the deaf Mexican slaves from many years ago? One of them was a teenager at the time. The New York Times followed up on his life since then. And here is another one  about another new deaf citizen from California.
  • Then there was the news that Afghanistan will get its first school for the deaf. (But what will they do for security?)
  • Ear tubes have been found to be safe for kids with cochlear implants.  That will be a relief for parents of kids who get ear infections.
  • Kids older than 3 can not get state aid to attend the Clarke school. Parents and legislators are trying to get that changed.
  • Will the former workers for Viable ever get the back wages they say they are owed? Doesn't look like it.

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