
Robert M. Traynor
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Nov 13, 2023 |
hearinghealthmatters.org | Robert M. Traynor
In Parts I and II of this series uncovering the Deaf community of Martha’s Vineyard, we explored the presence of recessive genes for deafness that arrived in Massachusetts during the “great migration” of Puritan Separatists from England. The Weald region in the County of Kent, England, was recognized for having a significant number of deaf residents due to the inheritance of recessive genes across generations.
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Oct 22, 2023 |
hearinghealthmatters.org | Robert M. Traynor
Coffee, one of the world’s most beloved and international beverages, is deeply ingrained in the daily lives of people across the globe. Its journey begins in faraway places, where coffee beans are sourced, roasted, brewed, squeezed, pressed, boiled, and perked. Each country adds its unique cultural touch to every cup of coffee. In some places, products and research projects are born over coffee, while in Turkey, fortunes are divined from coffee grounds.
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Sep 30, 2023 |
hearinghealthmatters.org | Robert M. Traynor
Ludwig van Beethoven, the iconic composer, faced the challenge of progressive hearing impairment throughout his life. Despite the complications brought about by his condition, he continued to compose masterpieces that resonated with audiences. In our previous two-part series, Hearing International explored Beethoven’s life, his frustration with his hearing loss, and the existing speculations regarding the causes of his impairment.
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Sep 10, 2023 |
hearinghealthmatters.org | Robert M. Traynor
Many young men, barely out of high school, found themselves working on family farms or at local establishments. As World War II unfolded, a significant number of these youths enlisted in the Army Air Corps, driven by the call to contribute to the defeat of Germany and Japan. The initial months of their military training, primarily as pilots and crew for B-17 Flying Fortresses and B-24 Liberators, were filled with excitement and camaraderie.
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