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Listening fatigue is a common experience for hearing aid and hearing implant users. It occurs when it’s necessary to listen to speech for long periods in difficult listening situations: background noise, echo, multiple people talking at the same time, a lack of lip-reading cues. Listening in such environments requires more effort because the listener has to fill in the gaps in the auditory message that they miss due to the noise. This increased listening effort can lead to listening fatigue.

Flying with a cochlear implant is safe and easy. But planning ahead and knowing what to expect can make it even simpler! Here’s everything you need to know about flying with a cochlear implant, from going through airport security to what to pack.

Are you wondering how you can do water sports with your cochlear implant? In this article, Russell provides useful insights into how he protects his audio processor during kayaking competitions and also offers practical tips for enjoying water-related activities while still enjoying the world of sounds.

If you have severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss, a cochlear implant may be able to provide you with access to sound. But which audio processor—and cochlear implant—should you choose?

Film has the unique power to influence society and culture. And CI user Mariana wants to be part of this conversation. Using her creativity and passion, she wants to make a positive impact on the world by spreading awareness of hearing loss and sharing her own hearing journey.

Cochlear implants are medical devices that have restored hearing to hundreds and thousands of people. Still, there’s no denying that getting a cochlear implant is a big decision. Afterall, a cochlear implant requires surgery and is designed to be with you for decades to come. With all that in mind, it’s understandable if you’re worried you might regret getting a cochlear implant for yourself or your child. Here’s a look at cochlear implant regret rates, early challenges, and insights from both users and experts.