Read about the first hand experiences of people who live and cope with deafness and how cochlear implants have transformed the lives of these adults and children.

 

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Victoria

Victoria lost her hearing at the age of two. When she was 31 years old and about to have a baby, she heard about cochlear implants.

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Gerry

Gerry suffers from Meniere’s disease (a disorder of the inner ear). By the time he was 59 years old, he had lost his hearing in both ears.

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Adam

Adam was eight years old when he became deafened by meningitis.

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Katie

Katie was born deaf into a musical family.

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Josie

Josie was born deaf but not diagnosed until she was two.