Recent content by ChrisLS

I am registered to take the EMT certification course this summer, and the EMT department is concerned with my ability to use the stethoscope with my profound bilateral hearing loss. It was suggested that I purchase my own specialized stethoscope.... I know there are other deaf EMTs and medical...

Thanks to all who commented!!!! CDMeggers - You just described me, to a T!!! I asked my audiologist, and she said she does see the benefit of my getting CI, but also warned that it wouldn't sound as close to the natural sounds as with a hearing aid. I've been considering if it helps me to...

Naisho - Yes, that's more what I've been finding, that they're late HOH mainly. KikLove - Just exploring options... and was looking for a sliver of hope that maybe I could just do *exactly* what I want to do, and not need to "substitute". :) Thanks!

I was asked why I don't get cochlear implants. I lost my hearing at 2 yrs old and have used hearing aids since, with profound deafness. Why my parents decided against CIs (if that was even an option), I don't know. This is a question FOR ADULTS ONLY who opted for CI in their *ADULTHOOD* - What...

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Thanks to all who attempted to comment. :Oops: ahh, sorry. :) SHE is silent because she hadn't visited the forum. :topic: Do not speak for the mass -- you do not know factually that there are none. I saw a thread from a deaf policewoman on here. In fact, that's where a part of my question...

Ahh, sorry. :)

I would like to know if there are any "legally deaf" professional police officers, career firefighters, federal agents, or military personnel on here.:hmm: If you're one: 1- What state are you in, how old, and how "legally deaf" are you? Note if deafness if from birth or from a loss, please. If...

Deaf FF I am a deaf Ext. Firefighter in NY. Yes, sadly, I am only "exterior-qualified" for this reason, but that reason clearly didn't stop me from having joined the department in the first place, haha. I just wish I had joined a lot sooner... Deafness is a new challenge to the Firefighting...