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Watch: 11-year old recipient uses school project to teach classmates about Cochlear Implants

Watch: 11-year old recipient uses school project to teach classmates about Cochlear Implants

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When 11-year-old recipient Trysta was asked to brainstorm a topic for her 5th grade interest fair project, she knew she wanted to focus on Cochlear Implants. “In the beginning of the (school) year I did a presentation for the whole fifth grade,” Trysta explained. “I got a lot of questions, and a lot of people … Continued

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Bon voyage! 5 tips for summer travel with a Cochlear Implant

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For many individuals and families, the summer months include visiting relatives, vacationing with friends or traveling and exploring new places. Whether you’re flying across the globe or taking a day trip just outside of town, here are 5 tips to ensure your summer vacation is safe and full of sound: Plan for each stage of … Continued

Keeping your processor secure: what you need to know about Cochlear retention accessories

Keeping your processor secure: what you need to know about Cochlear retention accessories

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Cochlear processors are designed to stay secure in everyday activities. If you’re having problems keeping your processor on your head, you may want to speak with your hearing professional about increasing your magnet strength, or addressing other factors that may be contributing to the problem. That being said, there may be times when you need … Continued

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“Music is the air I breathe”: Nucleus 6 recipient Rusty enjoys playing guitar with newfound clarity

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  Music has an incredible power to connect us — with the world around us, as well as with each other. Hearing loss can make playing and listening to music a challenge, but Cochlear Implants can bring back the clarity and depth that makes music so magical. Meet Rusty, a bilateral Nucleus 6 recipient whose … Continued

Make a splash: 4 tips to keep your processor safe around water

Make a splash: 4 tips to keep your processor safe around water

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Whether you’re by the pool, at the beach or near a river, there are plenty of opportunities to cool off from the summer heat. With a Cochlear Implant, however, it’s important to protect your processor so you can enjoy all the sounds of summer. Here are four tips for keeping your processor dry no matter … Continued

Here comes the sun: 10 tips for an active summer with a Cochlear implant or Baha device

Here comes the sun: 10 tips for an active summer with a Cochlear implant or Baha device

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Summer is finally upon us, and that means it’s the perfect time to head outside and enjoy the extra sunlight and warm weather with sports, hiking, swimming, and other activities. If you’re a Cochlear™ implant or Baha® device recipient, that means taking a few extra steps to ensure your processor is secure and protected, no … Continued

Popov Victoria - Cochlear scholarship winner

Graeme Clark Scholarship Winner: Victoria Popov

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“Tenacious” University: Rochester Institute of Technology Major(s): Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Psychology Desired Career: Otolaryngology Hobbies: Horseback riding, running, swimming, biking, completing triathlons, baking Favorite Things to Hear:  Birds chirping, waves crashing and recoiling from sand, and the sigh of a horse Words of Wisdom: “Whatever your mind can conceive and believe the mind can achieve.” – Napoleon … Continued

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12 helpful tips for parents of a child with a Baha system

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Whether your child has had a Baha system for five days or five years, there are simple steps you can take to make sure the processor remains in top shape. Here are 12 tips to ensure your child can hear their best every day: Tips for post-surgery care: 1. DON’T rub the implant area dry. Instead, … Continued

Ariana and Maria, mother daughter duo on hearing journey

“She’s a whole different person”: Mother and daughter talk about their love for the Kanso System

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  “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” The sentiment has been popular for decades because everyone wants to find work they’re passionate about. Still, it’s rare to find a job that matches your exact experiences and interests. Maria is one of the lucky few. … Continued

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Meet the winners of the 2017 Graeme Clark and Anders Tjellström scholarships

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Cochlear is proud to announce the eight winners of the 15th annual Graeme Clark and 6th annual Anders Tjellström scholarships. Named after hearing implant industry pioneers, the annual scholarships recognize Cochlear™ Nucleus® Implant and Baha® System recipients who not only demonstrate exemplary success in their academic pursuits, but also leadership and humanity in their local … Continued

Keep your child’s sound processor secure with the Baha Safety Line

Keep your child’s sound processor secure with the Baha Safety Line

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Kids love to play, run and be active, and the Baha® 5 Sound Processor shouldn’t get in the way of everyday activities. On the contrary, it’s a natural part of your child’s life, helping them to hear, learn and communicate. Use the Baha safety line to ensure they hear their best no matter where they … Continued

Congratulations to the 2017 Cochlear Celebration Video Contest winner, Taylor!

Congratulations to the 2017 Cochlear Celebration Video Contest winner, Taylor!

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This week, 12-year-old Taylor Smith was announced as the winner of the 2017 Cochlear Celebration video contest. Her entry, which received more than 7,000 votes, was filmed to answer the question, “What does Cochlear Family mean to me?”  “Inspiration,” Taylor answers in the winning video. “Growing up and being the only deaf person in my … Continued

Volunteer Heather Rivera

Cochlear’s promise — Hear Now. And Always

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“When I have sought out service from Cochlear, I was impressed with their responsiveness, their kindness, and their compassion,” she said. “I am treated with respect and a caring attitude.”  Heather is a volunteer who said she appreciates that human connection behind the service. Cochlear has made you a promise — to “Hear Now. And Always.” … Continued

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More than a pet: Nucleus 5 recipient Taylor on the joy of training service dogs

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If you’ve ever seen a service dog in action, you have probably seen how remarkable it is that animals can be trained to help their human partners through the world in extraordinary ways. Whether it’s assisting their person in crossing the street, answering the phone, navigating through the world or retrieving and moving objects, service … Continued

Happy holidays! Check out 5 quick and easy stocking stuffers from the Cochlear Store

Happy holidays! Check out 5 quick and easy stocking stuffers from the Cochlear Store

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If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for someone in your life who has or appreciates Cochlear Implants, look no further. Here are 5 presents that would make perfect stocking stuffers, so you can check one more thing off your holiday shopping list: 1. Kaci the Koala and Vibe the Moose The Cochlear® and … Continued

Listen to the Music of the Night: 7 Ways to Improve Your Hearing Experience at Live Theater Performances

Listen to the Music of the Night: 7 Ways to Improve Your Hearing Experience at Live Theater Performances

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Live theater can be a unique challenge for audience members with hearing loss. In most interactions you can ask people to repeat themselves, move closer, slow down, direct their words toward you, and clarify what you may have misheard — but that’s not exactly an option with actors performing onstage. Because you can’t control how … Continued

Connecting around the holiday dinner table

Connecting around the holiday dinner table

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No matter what holidays you observe or how you choose to celebrate, conversations around the dinner table are an important part of connecting with loved ones. However, it can be difficult to hear and process sound from a lot of different sources all at once — a struggle made more complicated for those with hearing … Continued

The brand-new Cochlear Store is now open with deals you won’t want to miss!

The brand-new Cochlear Store is now open with deals you won’t want to miss!

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Good news! The brand-new Cochlear Store is now open and it’s never been easier to find everything you need to maximize your hearing experience. With customized shopping, easy navigation, and exclusive promotional offers, the online store is your one-stop shop for all things Cochlear. To celebrate the store’s launch, for a limited time the Mini … Continued

Sounds of Parenthood: HEAR-O of the Year Chad

Sounds of Parenthood: HEAR-O of the Year Chad

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Being a parent means being exposed to a never-ending stream of sound, from the constant screaming of a fussy infant to the babbling of a curious toddler and the conversations and laughter of a growing child. When hearing loss interrupts those sounds, it can become harder to communicate and understand the child’s needs. Thankfully, a … Continued

Fun in the Sun: 6 Tips for Wearing Your Processor Outdoors

Fun in the Sun: 6 Tips for Wearing Your Processor Outdoors

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Whether you’re hiking, biking, or throwing around a football, odds are you’ll end up wearing your sound processor as a part of this fall’s outdoor activities. Even if the activity doesn’t necessarily require you to hear, it’s a good idea to be attuned to environmental noise. Here are six tips for wearing your sound processor … Continued

Cochlear in the Classroom: 5 Wireless Accessories to Improve Your Hearing Experience

Cochlear in the Classroom: 5 Wireless Accessories to Improve Your Hearing Experience

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Beginning the school year as a Cochlear™ recipient is the perfect time to make sure you have everything you need to succeed. There are plenty of resources to give you all the tools and support you need for a seamless transition into the classroom. Wireless accessories are some of the most effective ways that Cochlear technology … Continued