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Have you insured your cochlear implant sound processor? If not, now is the time to act. Click the heading above to learn more. Don't Risk It – Insure Your Cochlear Sound Processor Today - 12th May 2025
Have you insured your cochlear implant sound processor? If not, now is the time to act. Click the heading above to learn more.
Here’s a member-exclusive resource page built for anyone in a club or association using Member Jungle. It’s your go-to hub for tips, tools, and everything you need to get started. Explore all the features and make the most of your membership! Learn more about the CICADA's website features and the Membership App from our provider Member Jungle. - 31st March 2025
Here’s a member-exclusive resource page built for anyone in a club or association using Member Jungle. It’s your go-to hub for tips, tools, and everything you need to get started. Explore all the features and make the most of your membership!
Website: Click here for Memberjungle's Support page
Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that the presentations from CICADA’s Internal Cochlear Implant Day (feb 25) are now available to view online! For the next month, these insightful presentations will be open for everyone to access. After this period, they will be moved to the CICADA Members Library for ongoing reference. Watch the presentation here https://www.cicada.org.au/scheduled-live-webinars . Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and knowledge! OnDemand Recording: CICADA International Cochlear Implant Day 2025 Presentations - 28th February 2025
Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that the presentations from CICADA’s Internal Cochlear Implant Day (feb 25) are now available to view online! For the next month, these insightful presentations will be open for everyone to access. After this period, they will be moved to the CICADA Members Library for ongoing reference. Watch the presentation here https://www.cicada.org.au/scheduled-live-webinars . Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and knowledge!
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Celebrate 40 years of CICADA’s incredible journey! In the latest CICADA Buzz, discover inspiring stories, groundbreaking cochlear implant advancements, and heartfelt reflections on advocacy. Join us for events, BBQs, and International CI Day as we honor the community’s resilience and achievements. Stay informed, share experiences, and help support those navigating the hearing loss journey. Together, we amplify voices and change lives. Read or download this issue now! CICADA Buzz Spring Summer Newsletter - 20th November 2024
Celebrate 40 years of CICADA’s incredible journey! In the latest CICADA Buzz, discover inspiring stories, groundbreaking cochlear implant advancements, and heartfelt reflections on advocacy. Join us for events, BBQs, and International CI Day as we honor the community’s resilience and achievements. Stay informed, share experiences, and help support those navigating the hearing loss journey. Together, we amplify voices and change lives. Read or download this issue now!
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We are excited to announce that CICADA Digital Membership Cards are now available on Apple and Google Wallets, thanks to our partnership with Member Jungle. This new feature will allow you to easily access your CICADA membership card anytime, anywhere, right from your smartphone. This is the beta version, and while it’s safe to load into your wallet, you may notice some minor details still under development. For example, the CICADA logo may appear smaller and not stand out. CICADA Digital Membership Cards on Apple & Google Wallets (Beta Version) - 24th September 2024
We are excited to announce that CICADA Digital Membership Cards are now available on Apple and Google Wallets, thanks to our partnership with Member Jungle. This new feature will allow you to easily access your CICADA membership card anytime, anywhere, right from your smartphone. This is the beta version, and while it’s safe to load into your wallet, you may notice some minor details still under development. For example, the CICADA logo may appear smaller and not stand out.
Website: Learn how to add the CICADA membership card to your smartphone Wallet here:
Are you a Cochlear™ implant recipient and do you have a Cochlear™ device? If so, Cochlear would like to hear from you. Cochlear is looking for more volunteers to participate in various projects to help improve cochlear implant technology and outcomes. If you have time and want to make a difference, consider joining a study! Are you a Cochlear™ implant recipient and do you have a Cochlear™ device? If so, Cochlear would like to hear from you. - 12th September 2024
Are you a Cochlear™ implant recipient and do you have a Cochlear™ device? If so, Cochlear would like to hear from you. Cochlear is looking for more volunteers to participate in various projects to help improve cochlear implant technology and outcomes. If you have time and want to make a difference, consider joining a study!
CICADA Australia's presentation in August 2024, Research audiologist Barbara Mock, delves into the relationship between cochlear implants and balance. It highlights the role of the vestibular system in maintaining balance during activities and the importance of vestibular testing in diagnosing balance issues. The talk emphasises the need for considering vestibular function before and after cochlear implant surgery and suggests action items for better patient care. CICADA Presentation: "Keeping our Balance" is now available! - 26th August 2024
CICADA Australia's presentation in August 2024, Research audiologist Barbara Mock, delves into the relationship between cochlear implants and balance. It highlights the role of the vestibular system in maintaining balance during activities and the importance of vestibular testing in diagnosing balance issues. The talk emphasises the need for considering vestibular function before and after cochlear implant surgery and suggests action items for better patient care.
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Check out Nine's News report here: Nine's News Reports on the 40th Anniversary of the First Cochlear Implant Operation in Sydney - 19th August 2024
Check out Nine's News report here:
Website: Click here to see Nine's News Report
RPA celebrated the 40th anniversary of Australia's first adult cochlear implant, a groundbreaking surgery performed by Professor Bill Gibson. The event honored Prof Bill Gibson, recipient Sue Walters, and Dr. Halit Sanli, who developed key testing procedures. Sue Walters, who co-founded CICADA after receiving the implant, thanked Gibson, Dr. Sanli, and Gibson's wife, Alex, for their support. The celebration highlighted the transformative impact of cochlear implants on hearing-impaired individua Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) Celebrates 40th Anniversary of New South Wales First Adult Cochlear Implant - 15th August 2024
RPA celebrated the 40th anniversary of Australia's first adult cochlear implant, a groundbreaking surgery performed by Professor Bill Gibson. The event honored Prof Bill Gibson, recipient Sue Walters, and Dr. Halit Sanli, who developed key testing procedures. Sue Walters, who co-founded CICADA after receiving the implant, thanked Gibson, Dr. Sanli, and Gibson's wife, Alex, for their support. The celebration highlighted the transformative impact of cochlear implants on hearing-impaired individua
Stay informed with the latest advancements, stories, and insights from the Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA)! We are thrilled to bring you the most up-to-date news and developments in the world of cochlear implants. Latest News from Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA) - 5th August 2024
Stay informed with the latest advancements, stories, and insights from the Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA)! We are thrilled to bring you the most up-to-date news and developments in the world of cochlear implants.
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