Archive for May, 2009

Quick takes on health: News and notes on living well in Rochester (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)

Learn about stroke, see a live lasik surgery, new Food for Life cooking classes, audiologists to take questions.

Quick takes on health: News and notes on living well in Rochester (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)

Learn about stroke, see a live lasik surgery, new Food for Life cooking classes, audiologists to take questions.

Deaf racer defies odds, predictions (Slam! Sports)

Kris Martin doesn't see himself as anything special -- but to others who are just like him, he's an inspiration. Martin, 22, is deaf. He was born deaf. In fact, doctors told his mother that all Kris would ever hear would be the sound of a jet aircraft -- and only if it landed right beside him.

The joy of sound (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)

Last Monday was an emotional day for Stephanie Sjoblad. It was the day she began hearing again.

Deaf racer defies odds, predictions (London Free Press)

Kris Martin doesn't see himself as anything special -- but to others who are just like him, he's an inspiration.

Stamford student with impaired vision learns Braille (Norwalk Advocate)

STAMFORD -- Before math tutoring sessions began, eighth-grader Gabriela Oliva picked a seat in the front corner of the Turn of River Middle School classroom and turned sideways, with her back facing the door.

Area Woman Overwhelmed by New State Law (WQOW Eau Claire)

A local woman is hoping a law signed by Governor Doyle will give kids a life she missed out on.

Thousands Turn Out For Boys Town Event (KETV 7 Omaha)

For some 2,500 people, Memorial Day got off to an early start with the Boys Town Memorial Day Run and Walk.

Infant hearing test program alerts parents to potential problems (Welland Tribune)

Little Marissa stands on the stairs and clutches her stuffed dog, Lily. "Hi," she says to a visitor who has come to her Thorold home. "What's your friend's name?" "This is Lily," answers the six-year-old with a shy smile.[...]

Area Woman Overwhelmed by New State Law (WXOW 19 La Crosse)

A local woman is hoping a law signed by Governor Doyle will give kids a life she missed out on.