acoustic neuroma
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An Acoustic Neuroma Warrior at the Movies
Have you ever struggled with a night out at the movie theater? I was surprised when I couldn’t handle watching the Spiderverse. Here are some tips I have found make my experience a lot more successful. Continue reading
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Hearing Loss for the Holidays
Let’s strategize the holidays to maximize joy and minimize struggle- but recognize the hearing fatigue is real. Continue reading
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Oticon Hearing Loss Champion Award Finalist
I have been nominated for Oticon’s Focus on the People: Hearing Loss Champion Award. If you have a minute to cast a vote for me I sure would appreciate it. Voting Link: www.oticon.com/fop Continue reading
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Hearing Assistance Device Options for Single Sided Deafness
There are several different types of hearing device options for single sided deafness. While not everyone with single sided deafness feels the need for an assistance device, for many people these are very helpful. Continue reading
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Choosing Treatment for an Acoustic Neuroma
One of the most challenging parts of the Acoustic Neuroma journey is making choices regarding treatment. The best advice given to me in this situation: make the choice you can live with and don’t look back. Continue reading
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Halloween When You Are Missing a Balance Nerve
I know Halloween is actually a few weeks away, but I work in the tourism industry and Halloween festivities are already gearing up in my world. There are some things to keep in mind if you are partaking in any spooky festivities this fall. Before I forget- unrelated to vestibular/balance issues- always bring your ear… Continue reading
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Encouragement
I am sharing some of my favorite quotes that encourage me and make me feel seen. Continue reading
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Preparing for Acoustic Neuroma Surgery
I run an awesome support group for young adults with Acoustic Neuromas and this was our joint compilation of tips and tricks to prepare for brain surgery. Continue reading
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Single Sided Deaf Tech Hacks (besides hearing aids)
There are some great and simple devices that help me be more successful as a person with single sided deafness (beyond hearing aids). I am going to share some of my favorites here. Continue reading
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Acoustic Neuroma Awareness Week
Acoustic Neuroma Awareness Week- sharing my goal of 2023- aerial yoga Continue reading
About Me
Emily was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 27 and decided to make that experience worthwhile by paying it forward to other brain tumor warriors. She is passionate about supporting people and advocating for hearing assistance around motherhood and running a family business.
The "Lucky" Brain Tumor 