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Bill introduced in the Michigan Legislature:  H.B. 4440 – Amends the Public Health Code of 1978 related to cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection. Introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives in March by Representative Kosowski.  This bill, if passed, would require the state health department to do a public and health provider education and awareness campaign on […]

Announcing – April 5th, Chapter Meeting Presenter: Kathryn DeVleming, Cochear Americas Topic: The BAHA Hearing System The BAHA hearing system conducts sound to bypass the damaged outer and middle ear. Come and hear what this system is, how it works and who it will benefit. Time: 6:30 – 7:00 pm – Social time & announcements […]

Dear Michigan Hearing Loss Enthusiast, We are now accepting applications to join the Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Hearing Loss Association of America, Michigan State Association (HLAA-MI).  The mission of HLAA is to open the world of communication to people with hearing loss by providing information, education, support and advocacy.  These HLAA-MI committees are […]

Spread the word!! The deadline for a scholarship to the HLAA Convention in Salt Lake City has been extended to March 1, 2017.  If you are interested in attending, consider applying for the scholarship.  A link to the application is below. If this link doesn’t work for some reason, go to the web site and […]

Here is an update on the job posting for a position at the Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing (DODDBHH).  A level of proficiency in American Sign Language was required for hire at that time.  That level of proficiency has been changed to preferred.  The deadline for applications has also been changed.  It is […]

HLAA-MI wishes you all a very Happy Thanksgiving! May you have warm gatherings with family and friends, travel safely and hear your very best! Here are a couple of jobs recently posted by the Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing. Please share with anyone you think might be interested! Rights Representative/Grievance Investigator https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/1587988/division-of-deaf-deafblind-and-hard-of-hearing-rights-representative-grievanc […]

Apple Responds to the Concerns of People With Hearing Loss About New iPhone Nov 2 2016 In the weeks following Apple’s announcement that new iPhones will not have a headset jack, HLAA received more than one call from people outraged by the company’s decision. Apple did not consider the impact removing the jack would have […]

Upcoming Webinars at the HLAA site: 1 – Hidden Heroes: The Importance of Caregivers to the Health and Well Being of the Veteran Guest Bio: Laurel Rodewald Date & Time: Oct 19 2016 – 8:00pm – 9:00pm We envision an America where military caregivers are empowered, appreciated, and recognized for their service to our nation. […]