--- title: Communication Matters | Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center Blog (14) description: Our vision is a community where every individual communicates effectively. (14) --- - CHSC Services & Programs - Speech-Language & Literacy - [Services for Adults](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/speech-language-services-for-adults/) - [Services for Children](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/speech-language-literacy-services-for-children/) - [Contract Services](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/community-contract-services-speech-language-literacy/) - [Project ELLA](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/project-ella/) - Hearing Services - [Hearing Evaluations and Testing](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/hearing-evaluations-and-testing/) - [Hearing Aids & Other Hearing Services](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/hearing-aids-other-hearing-services/) - [Early Intervention Service](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/early-intervention-service/) - Language Interpreting - [Language Interpreting Options](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/american-sign-language-interpreting-services/) - [American Sign Language Interpreting](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/american-sign-language-interpreting/) - [Spoken Language Interpreting](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/spoken-language-interpreting/) - [Book an American Sign Language Interpreter](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/book-an-american-sign-language-interpreter/) - Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing - [Welcome to CCDHH](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/welcome-to-ccdhh/) - [Vocational Rehabilitation Services](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/vocational-rehabilitation-services/) - [Support Services and Advocacy](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/support-services-and-advocacy/) - [Ohio Clinician Mental Health Training](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/ohio-clinician-mental-health-training/) - [American Sign Language (ASL) Classes](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/american-sign-language-asl-classes/) - Locations - [University Circle](https://www.chsc.org/contact/main-center-university-circle-location) - [Broadview Heights](https://www.chsc.org/contact/broadview-heights-location) - [Lyndhurst](https://www.chsc.org/contact/lyndhurst-location) - [Westlake](https://www.chsc.org/contact/westlake-location) - [Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing](https://www.chsc.org/contact/community-center-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing) - Giving Back - [Ways to Give](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/) - [Corporate Philanthropy](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/corporate-philanthropy/) - [Fundraising & Events](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/fundraising-events/) - About Us - [About CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/about-chsc/) - [Board of Directors](https://www.chsc.org/about/board-of-directors/) - [Leadership](https://www.chsc.org/about/leadership/) - [CHSC Staff](https://www.chsc.org/about/chsc-staff/) - [Join the CHSC Team](https://www.chsc.org/about/careers/) - [New Partners of CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/new-partners-of-chsc/) - [Volunteer at CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/volunteer/) - [News & Events](https://www.chsc.org/about/events-calendar/) - [Blog](https://www.chsc.org/about/chsc-blog/) - [Strategic Plan](https://wwwchsc.org/about/strategic-plan/) - [Community Partners](https://www.chsc.org/about/community-partners/) - [Our History](https://www.chsc.org/about/our-history/) - [Ask CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/ask-chsc/) [![chsc-logo](https://blog.chsc.org/hs-fs/hubfs/LOGOS/chsc-logo.png?width=350&height=101&name=chsc-logo.png)](http://www.chsc.org) [216-231-8787](tel:+1-216-231-8787) - [216-231-8787](tel:+1-216-231-8787) - [Request Appointment](https://share.hsforms.com/1H4Q3P8MbSnma6-uuosE5Qg1y7i5) - [Book an Interpreter]({site_url}language-interpreting-services/book-an-american-sign-language-interpreter/) - [Donate Now](https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E353984&id=11) [Client Portal](http://www.hearinghealthportal.com) [Make a Payment](https://pay.gravitypayments.com/link/aa90206b54267fa6992c) [![Opti-Speech Clinical Trial at CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/images/uploads/general/Benefit_web_banner.jpg)](https://transactions.chsc.org/CampaignForm/CHSC/Illuminating+Communication+2018+Benefit) - CHSC Services & Programs - Speech-Language & Literacy - [Services for Adults](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/speech-language-services-for-adults/) - [Services for Children](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/speech-language-literacy-services-for-children/) - [Contract Services](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/community-contract-services-speech-language-literacy/) - [Project ELLA](https://www.chsc.org/speech-language/project-ella/) - Hearing Services - [Hearing Evaluations and Testing](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/hearing-evaluations-and-testing/) - [Hearing Aids & Other Hearing Services](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/hearing-aids-other-hearing-services/) - [Early Intervention Service](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-services/early-intervention-service/) - Language Interpreting - [Language Interpreting Options](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/american-sign-language-interpreting-services/) - [American Sign Language Interpreting](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/american-sign-language-interpreting/) - [Spoken Language Interpreting](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/spoken-language-interpreting/) - [Book an American Sign Language Interpreter](https://www.chsc.org/language-interpreting-services/book-an-american-sign-language-interpreter/) - Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing - [Welcome to CCDHH](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/welcome-to-ccdhh/) - [Vocational Rehabilitation Services](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/vocational-rehabilitation-services/) - [Support Services and Advocacy](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/support-services-and-advocacy/) - [Ohio Clinician Mental Health Training](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/ohio-clinician-mental-health-training/) - [American Sign Language (ASL) Classes](https://www.chsc.org/community-services/american-sign-language-asl-classes/) - Locations - [University Circle](https://www.chsc.org/contact/main-center-university-circle-location) - [Broadview Heights](https://www.chsc.org/contact/broadview-heights-location) - [Lyndhurst](https://www.chsc.org/contact/lyndhurst-location) - [Westlake](https://www.chsc.org/contact/westlake-location) - [Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing](https://www.chsc.org/contact/community-center-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing) - Giving Back - [Ways to Give](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/) - [Corporate Philanthropy](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/corporate-philanthropy/) - [Fundraising & Events](https://www.chsc.org/giving/ways-to-give/fundraising-events/) - About Us - [About CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/about-chsc/) - [Board of Directors](https://www.chsc.org/about/board-of-directors/) - [Leadership](https://www.chsc.org/about/leadership/) - [CHSC Staff](https://www.chsc.org/about/chsc-staff/) - [Join the CHSC Team](https://www.chsc.org/about/careers/) - [New Partners of CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/new-partners-of-chsc/) - [Volunteer at CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/about/volunteer/) - [News & Events](https://www.chsc.org/about/events-calendar/) - [Blog](https://www.chsc.org/about/chsc-blog/) - [Strategic Plan](https://wwwchsc.org/about/strategic-plan/) - [Community Partners](https://www.chsc.org/about/community-partners/) - [Our History](https://www.chsc.org/about/our-history/) - [Ask CHSC](https://www.chsc.org/ask-chsc/) # Communication Matters ## [Assistive Listening Devices Can Boost Your Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/assistive-listening-devices-can-boost-your-hearing) [Bridgid M. Whitford Au.D, CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/bridgid-m-whitford-au-d-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/CHSC-Nov2017/Images/blog-hero.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/assistive-listening-devices-can-boost-your-hearing) When your [**hearing aids**](http://www.chsc.org/hearing-aids/) do not provide enough help in certain environments, or if you don’t wear hearing aids but need help hearing only in certain situations, you may want to consider an assistive or alerting device. Discuss with your [**audiologist**](https://www.chsc.org/staff/view/category/audiology) which devices might be helpful to you. At CHSC, we offer a variety of devices and can you determine which is right for you. [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/assistive-listening-devices-can-boost-your-hearing) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids), [Communication](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [How Hearing Works](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/how-hearing-works) [Bridgid M. Whitford Au.D, CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/bridgid-m-whitford-au-d-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/CHSC-Nov2017/Images/blog-hero.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/how-hearing-works) **The Outer Ear** The outer ear is what most people consider “the ear.” It consists of a flap of skin/cartilage (called the pinna or auricle) on the outside of the head. It collects sound and directs it into the ear canal. The ear canal is a closed tube with hairs and “wax glands” in the outer portion. Our ear canal is self-cleaning. The wax glands produce wax, or cerumen, and the tiny hairs push the wax out of our ears. As the wax moves out of the ear, it cleans the ear canal and keeps unwanted critters, such as insects, out of the ear. At the end of the ear canal is the eardrum, or tympanic membrane. When air moves it creates vibrations. These sound vibrations are collected by the pinna and directed into the ear canal, to the eardrum, causing it to vibrate just like the head of a drum when you hit it with a drumstick. When an [**audiologist**](https://www.chsc.org/staff/view/category/audiology) or physician looks into a healthy, unobstructed ear with an otoscope, s/he can see the outer surface of the eardrum. [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/how-hearing-works) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Communication](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [What is Auditory Processing and How Does it Work?](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-auditory-processing-and-how-does-it-work) [Bridgid M. Whitford Au.D, CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/bridgid-m-whitford-au-d-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![2 ladies reading at table](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/2%20ladies%20reading%20at%20table.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-auditory-processing-and-how-does-it-work) Auditory processing is basically how hearing works between the ear and the brain. It consists of a specific set of skills that most of us perform without any difficulty – or awareness. These include: [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-auditory-processing-and-how-does-it-work) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Learning](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/learning) ## [What is the Difference Between a Cochlear Implant and a Hearing Aid?](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-a-cochlear-implant-and-a-hearing-aid) [Ruth Clark, MA., CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/ruth-clark-ma-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/CHSC-Nov2017/Images/blog-hero.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-a-cochlear-implant-and-a-hearing-aid) [Hearing aids](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-aids/) and [cochlear implants](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-cochlear-implant) are both electronic devices that help improve hearing. How they do that is what makes them very different. [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-a-cochlear-implant-and-a-hearing-aid) Tags: [Hearing Aid](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aid), [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Deaf](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/deaf), [Hard of Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hard-of-hearing) ## [What is a Cochlear Implant?](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-cochlear-implant) [Bridgid M. Whitford Au.D, CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/bridgid-m-whitford-au-d-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![Cochlear Implant](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/Cochlear%20Implant.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-cochlear-implant) A cochlear implant is a small, surgically implanted electronic device that can help to provide access to sound to people with severe to profound [hearing loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-hearing-communication-disorder) and those who cannot hear or understand speech with hearing aids. While [hearing aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/page/www.chsc.org/hearing-aids/) make sound louder, cochlear implants directly stimulate the nerve fibers in the inner ear (cochlea). An implant does not create normal hearing; instead, under the appropriate conditions, it can give a deaf individual useful auditory understanding of speech and environmental sounds. [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-cochlear-implant) Tags: [Hearing Aid](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aid), [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Deaf](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/deaf), [Hard of Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hard-of-hearing) ## [Say Goodbye to Batteries! Introducing: Rechargeable Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/say-goodbye-to-batteries-introducing-rechargeable-hearing-aids) [Rachel Lester, BS, Audiology Intern](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/rachel-lester-bs-audiology-intern) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/CHSC-Nov2017/Images/blog-hero.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/say-goodbye-to-batteries-introducing-rechargeable-hearing-aids) One of the top complaints of those who wear [hearing aids](https://www.chsc.org/hearing-aids/#) centers around batteries. Batteries typically last for three days to two weeks depending on the size of the battery, the type of [hearing loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-hearing-communication-disorder), and the size and type of the hearing aid. Batteries can be expensive to purchase. In addition, for those with limited mobility in the hands, arthritis or tingling or numbness in the fingertips, or low vision, changing the batteries can be difficult or impossible. There is now an alternative to changing hearing aid batteries so often: rechargeable hearing aids! [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/say-goodbye-to-batteries-introducing-rechargeable-hearing-aids) Tags: [Hearing Aid](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aid), [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [Hearing Loss: Be Your Own Self-Advocate](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/hearing-loss-be-your-own-self-advocate) [Rachel Lester, BS, Audiology Intern](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/rachel-lester-bs-audiology-intern) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![Group Outside](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/Group%20Outside.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/hearing-loss-be-your-own-self-advocate) Self-advocacy encompasses learning how to speak up for yourself. It involves surrounding yourself with individuals that will support you in your journey, being knowledgeable regarding your rights, and being able to voice your rights to others. Advocating for yourself will not only lead to success in life, but it will help break down barriers and educate others about [hearing loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-hearing-communication-disorder). Living with a disability presents challenges, but fear not - with the appropriate support systems, strategies, and knowledge, you can learn to improve your quality of life.  [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/hearing-loss-be-your-own-self-advocate) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Communication](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Support](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/support), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [6 Signs You May Have Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/6-signs-you-may-have-hearing-loss) [Rachel Lester, BS, Audiology Intern](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/rachel-lester-bs-audiology-intern) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![Couple watching TV](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/Couple%20watching%20TV.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/6-signs-you-may-have-hearing-loss) [Hearing loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/what-is-a-hearing-communication-disorder) typically presents gradually and goes unnoticed for quite some time until it starts interfering with daily communication. You may be compensating for your hearing loss without even realizing it. [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/6-signs-you-may-have-hearing-loss) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [Newborn Hearing Testing & Your Baby](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/newborn-hearing-testing-your-baby) [Bridgid M. Whitford Au.D, CCC-A](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/bridgid-m-whitford-au-d-ccc-a) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![Mom and new baby](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/Mom%20and%20new%20baby.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/newborn-hearing-testing-your-baby) As of 2004, Ohio law requires that all Ohio hospitals and birthing centers must offer the Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS) before discharge. Technology allows for hearing to be checked at any age, including newborns. The methods used are safe, quick and effective. The hearing screening determines whether a more detailed evaluation of a baby's hearing is needed. These hearing screening reports must be sent by the birthing hospital to the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/newborn-hearing-testing-your-baby) Tags: [Audiology](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology), [Hearing Aids](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids), [Hearing](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing), [Hearing Loss](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) ## [7 Ways to Help the Child Who Stutters](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/7-ways-to-help-the-child-who-stutters) [Lauren Masuga, M.A., CCC-SLP](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/lauren-masuga-m-a-ccc-slp) | Posted on April 04, 2018 [![Teen at computer](https://blog.chsc.org/hubfs/Teen%20at%20computer.jpg)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/7-ways-to-help-the-child-who-stutters) *Compiled by Barry Guitar, Ph.D. and Edward G. Conture, Ph.D.* [Read More](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/7-ways-to-help-the-child-who-stutters) Tags: [Speech](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/speech), [Language](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/language), [Communication](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication), [Stuttering](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/stuttering) [< Older Posts](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/page/15) [All posts](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/all) [Newer Posts >](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/page/13) ## Comments ### Blog Categories - [Communication (122)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication) - [Speech (89)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/speech) - [Language (74)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/language) - [Hearing (54)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing) - [talking (47)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/talking) - [Hearing Loss (43)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss) - [Audiology (41)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/audiology) - [Learning (34)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/learning) - [Hard of Hearing (33)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hard-of-hearing) - [Hearing Aids (33)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aids) - [Support (33)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/support) - [Voice (33)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/voice) - [toddler (31)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/toddler) - [Hearing Aid (28)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-aid) - [Stroke (19)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/stroke) - [Hearing Loss Prevention (17)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-loss-prevention) - [Caregiving (16)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/caregiving) - [literacy (16)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/literacy) - [Brain Injury (15)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/brain-injury) - [Deaf (15)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/deaf) - [Speech therapy (15)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/speech-therapy) - [reading (14)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/reading) - [Stuttering (13)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/stuttering) - [Teens (13)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/teens) - ["ears" (11)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ears) - [Communication Access (11)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/communication-access) - [Stroke recovery (11)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/stroke-recovery) - [ASL (10)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/asl) - [American Sign Language (10)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/american-sign-language) - [Interpreting (7)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/interpreting) - ["tinnitus" (6)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/tinnitus) - [ASL Interpreter (6)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/asl-interpreter) - [Wilson Reading Program (6)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/wilson-reading-program) - [Aphasia (5)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/aphasia) - [Early Intervention (5)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/early-intervention) - [Ear Anatomy (3)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ear-anatomy) - [Ear Pain (3)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ear-pain) - [Primary Progressive Aphasia (3)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/primary-progressive-aphasia) - [Reading Summer Camp (3)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/reading-summer-camp) - [earplugs (3)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/earplugs) - [Autism (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/autism) - [Cochlear Implants (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/cochlear-implants) - [Deafness (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/deafness) - [Donations (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/donations) - [Donors (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/donors) - [Ear Wax (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ear-wax) - [Medicare (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/medicare) - [Wills (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/wills) - [planned giving (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/planned-giving) - [tantrum (2)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/tantrum) - [Accent Modification (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/accent-modification) - [Baby Sign Language (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/baby-sign-language) - [Cleft Lip (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/cleft-lip) - [Cleft palate (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/cleft-palate) - [Dyslexia (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/dyslexia) - [Face masks (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/face-masks) - [R speech therapy (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/r-speech-therapy) - [baby (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/baby) - [dbhc (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/dbhc) - [hearing test (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/hearing-test) - [mental health (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/mental-health) - [ultrasound (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ultrasound) - [ultrasound speech therapy (1)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/topic/ultrasound-speech-therapy) see all ### Authors - [Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center (32)](https://blog.chsc.org/blog/author/cleveland-hearing-speech-center) - [Bridgid M. 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