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Deaf News: Deaf man from Derby proves doubters wrong to become a taxi driver

April 11, 2014 by Editor

A profoundly deaf man has become a successful and popular taxi driver, working for Pride Executive Cars in Derby. It […]

Jen Dodds: Why from now on, I’ll be aiming to sign (and write) my articles for Limping Chicken! (BSL)

April 11, 2014 by Editor

Last month, I wrote about how non-signing deaf people keep saying “what about us?” when signing deaf people campaign for […]

The Secret Deafie: How many deaf old people are left frightened and confused at the lack of communication while in hospital?

April 10, 2014 by Editor

Donna Williams’ and Matt Dixon’s recent posts have inspired me to talk about my mother to mark the second anniversary […]

Charlie Swinbourne: As genetic testing develops, will deaf people have to fight for our right to exist?

April 8, 2014 by Editor

What does the term “child abuse” mean to you? Most people would think immediately of emotional or physical abuse. Sexual […]

Emily Howlett: How reporting my hospital experience to the NHS made a real difference

April 7, 2014 by Editor

A few months back, I found myself strapped to a spinal board in the back of an ambulance blue-flashing its […]

Teresa Garratty: Is it time for deaf people to be a little less angry?

April 7, 2014 by Editor

I’m not sure if you’ve noticed but there seem to be an awful lot of angry Deaf people about. I […]

Deaf News: Newcastle United FC allegedly refused to provide sign language interpreter for Deaf mascot – unless father waited outside the ground

April 3, 2014 by Editor

It has been alleged on social media that Newcastle United Football Club have allegedly refused to provide a 9 year […]

Jennifer Stuessy: The 10 most dangerous places for a hearing aid

April 3, 2014 by Editor

I’m notorious for using hearing aids for a LONG time. My first one lasted NINE years. Another one lasted TEN. […]

Watch: BBC Breakfast News’ cochlear implant debates – with subtitles

April 1, 2014 by Editor

After the video of a woman’s response to having her cochlear implant switched on went viral last week, BBC Breakfast […]

Donna Williams: SignHealth are right – my Mum, and other deaf people in hospital, deserve better (BSL)

March 31, 2014 by Editor

Last week, two articles on Limping Chicken made an impact on me. SignHealth’s research showing the lack of access to […]