the DeafBlog: July 2009 Archives

Loud music made me deaf, says Dire Staits star John Illsley

John Illsley, bass guitarist for the Dire Straits has admitted that loud rock music has ruined his hearing. Having toured constantly from 1976 to 1992 and exposed his ears to damaging levels of decibels, he has sustained considerable hearing... continue reading

July 31, 2009 at 11:29 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

RNID awarded gift from legendary actor's foundation

The RNID has received a major gift to a UK charity from the late Hollywood actor Paul Newman's Foundation, which will be used to support the charity's pioneering Hear to Help project in North Wales.... continue reading

July 30, 2009 at 5:30 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Airports must listen to disabled travellers

Leonard Cheshire Disability says many airports do not meet the needs of disabled passengers one year on, despite EU law.... continue reading

July 29, 2009 at 7:57 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Suffolk business has the ear of the stars

The global Hear the World Ambassadors photography exhibition opened its doors in the UK last week, supported by Suffolk’s local hearing care specialists, The Hearing Care Centre. The exhibition – previously featured in New York, Berlin and Zurich –... continue reading

July 28, 2009 at 5:56 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

New videos in BSL to help and inspire deaf parents

Being a parent can be the adventure of a lifetime, but for some people it can also present many challenges. A new series of films have been created in British Sign Language (BSL) to highlight some of the issues... continue reading

July 27, 2009 at 6:24 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Signing would greatly improve deaf people's GP experiences

'Deaf people have serious difficulties accessing basic healthcare services and their needs are being ignored', the Guardian reported yesterday. According to this year's GP patient survey, thirty percent of deaf people in the UK are unemployed, permanently sick or... continue reading

July 23, 2009 at 5:39 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

All about Tinnitus, by Dr. Cassandra Fynes

Tinnitus is the medical term for phantom sounds in the ear or ears. That is, the patient perceives sounds when there is no external source. If you’ve ever lain awake in a very quiet room and heard a high-pitched... continue reading

July 23, 2009 at 12:23 AM | Permalink | Comments (3)

World of Sound speaks up on NICE

Following the major breakthrough in the provision of cochlear implants for profoundly deaf children and adults, the latest drive to raise awareness of the procedure has been launched on campaigning website, World of Sound, (www.worldofsound.org.uk.) World of Sound talks... continue reading

July 22, 2009 at 6:02 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Sign Now and The Travel Company announce partnership

Andrew Thomson, Director of Sign Now and Ken McNab, Director of The Travel Company have announced a joint venture to promote easy travel arrangements using the combined expertise of both companies.... continue reading

July 21, 2009 at 4:57 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Jo gets invited to Palace party

A woman who is deaf and blind will enjoy a garden party at Buckingham Palace tomorrow as a reward for her work supporting others with similar handicaps. Jo Stimson, 59, is involved with national charity Sense and was invited... continue reading

July 17, 2009 at 11:46 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Deaf percussionist celebrates university degree

Deaf percussionist Evelyn Glennie hit the news yesterday after ‘drumming up’ an honorary degree from Edinburgh Napier University. Evelyn picked up her Honorary Doctorate of Music alongside other graduates, and used the scrolls for an impromptu display of her... continue reading

July 17, 2009 at 5:42 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Charities seek young scientists to research age-related hearing loss

The RNID and Research into Ageing have joined forces to strengthen research into age-related hearing loss. The charities are inviting applications for a series of co-funded research projects to investigate why hearing declines with age and to advance the... continue reading

July 15, 2009 at 8:56 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Golf can drive you deaf

It's already been reported that golfers should consider wearing ear plus, as the sport can risk their hearing. Now a new report out today reveals that modern drivers do infact make such a noise when they hit the ball... continue reading

July 14, 2009 at 8:10 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

The Cochlear UK Graeme Clark Scholarship opens for applications

The Cochlear UK Graeme Clark Scholarship 2009, a unique award available to Nucleus cochlear implant (CI) recipients nationwide, is now open for applications. The award, set up to support implant recipients financially when they continue further education at an... continue reading

July 13, 2009 at 7:51 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Fun at Southampton Deaf Football Festival

Deaf children aged 6-16 enjoyed an exciting day of football coaching and games yesterday, as part of a joint venture between NDCS and Southampton FC. Southampton Deaf Football Festival took place at Fleming Park Leisure Centre in Eastleigh and... continue reading

July 13, 2009 at 5:49 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

New taxi firm for deaf people

Deaf passengers are in for a smoother ride following the launch of a new taxi company in South Tyneside, a town between Newcastle Upon Tyne and Sunderland.... continue reading

July 11, 2009 at 12:32 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tom Malloy talks about new role as deaf swing dance champion

In the upcoming romantic dance film Love N’ Dancing, screenwriter and actor Tom Malloy cast himself as a former swing dance champion who is deaf. In a recent interview with TheStarScoop.com, Tom, who plays the character Jake, explained that... continue reading

July 9, 2009 at 10:37 PM | Permalink | Comments (2)

Stephanie Beacham's 60 second interview

Actress Stephanie Beacham - famed for her role in the 80s smash Dynasty and recent parts in Bad Girls and Coronation Street, spoke to Metro this week about her hearing impairment. Stephanie, who is supporting The Sound Barrier Stars... continue reading

July 8, 2009 at 10:51 PM | Permalink | Comments (2)

Special day for deaf children in Devon

Deaf children and their families from the Devon area are invited to a free regional fun day, organised by the NDCS. It'll be held at Animal Farm Adventure Park, Red Road, Berrow, Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 2RW, this Saturday (July 11)... continue reading

July 8, 2009 at 5:04 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

How a jab in your ear could banish tinnitus for good

An injection that's administered into the eardrum could help relieve tinnitus, the Daily Mail reports. The jab contains a drug that blocks the brain chemical glutamate, which is thought to play a key role in the development of tinnitus.... continue reading

July 7, 2009 at 5:24 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Suffolk audiologist wins top honour

A well-known and highly respected figure within the hearing care industry has been honoured for her contributions to the industry. Karen Finch who runs a very successful hearing aid business in Suffolk has been awarded the Ruth Spencer Prize... continue reading

July 7, 2009 at 12:29 AM | Permalink | Comments (2)

Recycled phones to help deaf charity

For those with old mobile phones who do not want to throw them away, but no longer have a use for them, Regenersis and Deafness Research UK have created a new mobile recycling program that will aid deafness projects... continue reading

July 6, 2009 at 5:54 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Twilight Lecture by Bencie Woll, Monday 13 July

The next Twilight Lecture will be given by Bencie Woll. The free event, "Language and the Deaf Brain" will take place on Monday 13th July at 5.30pm at The Ear Foundation. Bencie Woll is professor of Sign Language and... continue reading

July 3, 2009 at 5:17 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

New communications service for deaf people

Deaf and foreign language patients at the Royal United Hospital will be helped by a pioneering new communications service. The RUH, Bath, is working with Sign Health, a national charity for deaf people, to offer a service called Sign... continue reading

July 3, 2009 at 4:53 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Subtitled cinema service shortlisted for National Lottery Awards 2009

'YourLocalCinema.com', the not-for-profit cinema listings and information service for people with hearing or sight difficulties, has been shortlisted for a National Lottery Award in the 'Best Arts Project' category. Your vote is needed to make the finals.... continue reading

July 2, 2009 at 5:34 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)