Volunteer Interpreter Needs Advice
Sunday July 31, 2005
I'm hoping someone can help me out with a problem i have ...
I'm not a quliafied interpreter but i do interpret for someone i work with and usually always ... Read More
School Signs
Thursday July 28, 2005
We just got through this blasted heat wave, and already the stores are full of "back to school" products. School is indeed just around the corner. So, here are some ... Read More
Namibia Develops Science Signs
Wednesday July 27, 2005
Sign language continues to develop, especially in African countries. Namibia is developing signs for scientific concepts so that deaf children can learn about science.
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Tammy Gets an Implant -The Operation
Sunday July 24, 2005
Tammy had her operation last week. It was a very unique experience, with the typical cochlear implant operation side effects and much more due to the complications of her situation.
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Deaf/HOH Britons at Risk?
Sunday July 24, 2005
In news reports about the shooting death of an innocent Brazilian, the British police claimed the man was challenged by the police and did not respond to orders. That got ... Read More
Kevin Hall in PGA Tour
Thursday July 21, 2005
I can barely play miniature golf. Meanwhile, Kevin Hall debuts in the PGA Tour...as reported in the sports news.
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The Price of No Education
Wednesday July 20, 2005
A deaf man, an illegal immigrant, has been ruled incompetent to stand trial in a rape and murder case. He is going to receive "treatment" to teach him language skills, ... Read More
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Muslims
Monday July 18, 2005
As Islam's popularity grows, so does the deaf and hard of hearing Muslim community.
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Why "Deaf and Dumb?"
Monday July 18, 2005
I just want too know why its called Deaf,Dumd, and blind? yes we may be deaf or blind but dumd I dont think so. I'm deaf but I sure ... Read More
Concern for HOH Son
Monday July 18, 2005
I live in Dutchess County, NY and have a ten year old son who is HOH. We have him mainstreamed in school and he has already repeated one grade. ... Read More
Sign Language Camps
Friday July 15, 2005
School is out for the summer..what better time to help children bone up on their sign language skills in a sign language summer camp, as reported by The Ledger?
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Filmmaker Seeks "Deaf-Speaking" Actresses
Tuesday July 12, 2005
Just received this e-mail from a filmmaker seeking a deaf actress. "Deaf speaking?" Now that's a new term to me..I've heard of English speaking, Spanish speaking, etc., but never Deaf ... Read More
The ADA at 15
Sunday July 10, 2005
Has it really been 15 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law 15 years ago this month? How time flies. Has the ADA made your life better? Are ... Read More
Barotrauma
Saturday July 9, 2005
If your ear hurts while flying, the "fancy" term for that is barotrauma.
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Tammy Gets an Implant - Part 4: Getting Ready
Saturday July 9, 2005
In part 4 of the Tammy Gets an Implant serial, Tammy prepares for the implant surgery that is happening just days from now. She deals with pain, insurance, and makes ... Read More
Fitting In?
Wednesday July 6, 2005
Over the past two years Ive experienced a gradual hearing loss which is now moderate in one ear and mild in the other. But I also have an auditory processing ... Read More
Profile: Terrence Parkin
Monday July 4, 2005
Swimming in the pool in the summer is my favorite summertime activity. Terrence Parkin is a deaf man who not only likes to swim, but made a name for himself ... Read More
Forum changes
Saturday July 2, 2005
If you have not been to the forum for awhile, check it out..you may be pleasantly surprised at all the changes.
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Reading Lips
Saturday July 2, 2005
Lipreading is an essential communication skill for deaf and hard of hearing people. Not all deaf/hoh people can read lips, but for those who can, it is a crucial fallback ... Read More