iPads Working Wonders for Kids with Autism
Kids are always stealing their parents’ iPads to play Angry Birds and watch videos. But as it turns out, there’s more benefit to this practice than just a boost in hand-eye coordination–especially when it comes to autistic children. According to new research by Vanderbilt Peabody College’s Ann Kaiser and funded by Autism Speaks, children with autism can…
Adult Hearing Screens
All too often, patients only consider hearing health when an impediment is obvious. But should the average adult have their hearing tested regardless? And how frequently should one be tested? Standard recommendations from the American Speech and Hearing Association suggest that adults under the age of fifty should have their hearing screened a minimum of…
Seattle Seahawk is inspiration to those with hearing loss
After appearing in a Duracell commercial that covered his journey of becoming the first legally deaf offensive player in the NFL, Derrick Coleman has become an instant inspiration to those with hearing loss. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2HD57z4F8E The inspiration he is to one little girl has gone viral after she wrote a letter to him that her…
ESHC Turns 35
In 1979, the Sony Walkman was released, the Supersonics won the NBA championship, and Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic opened its doors for the first time. “I can’t believe it’s been 35 years since I started Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic…” says founder Dr. Thomas Norwood, AU.D. Evergreen Speech and Hearing now spans three clinic…
Happy Thanksgiving!
From our family to yours, we wish you a happy Thanksgiving full of delicious food, family and friends. We are thankful for each of you! As a reminder our clinic will be closed this Thursday and Friday to allow our staff time to visit with their family and friends. Have a wonderful holiday, we’ll see…
Actress Daryl Hannah Opens Up About Autism
Actress and star of 1980’s blockbusters such as “Splash” and “Wall Street”, Daryl Hannah, 52, told People Magazine this past week that she suffered from “debilitating shyness” as the result of her autism diagnosis. She was diagnosed with Autism at a young age, and at the time her doctors recommended that she be institutionalized. Her…
National Audiology Awareness Month and National Protect Your Hearing Month
The month of October is jam packed with hearing health love! The month hosts two national awareness celebrations that acknowledge hearing healthcare professionals and hearing health protection. Throughout the month we’ll highlight information about the profession of audiology, and what you can do to keep your ears in tip top shape through hearing protection!
Happy 4th of July
The office will be closed today (Thursday, July 4th) in celebration of Independence Day. We hope you have a safe and fun holiday, and we look forward to seeing you tomorrow at 8:00am when our office resumes service.
ESHC School Supply Drive
Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic is joining Hopelink’s effort to help 3,000 kids go to school ready to learn. Each of our offices will be accepting school supplies as well as donations to purchase additional supplies and box tops. A great idea for kids interested in supporting the back to school drive is to run…
Memorial Day
Today we remember all those who have served our country and we thank them for their time and sacrifice. Our offices will be closed on honor of the holiday.