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Neal Tomita, 79, who has Parkinson’s, finds his voice again through harmonica lessons in the Harmonica Parkinson’s Project; early pilots suggest this music-therapy approach can improve speech intelligibility and vocal loudness, offering a promising noninvasive aid for Parkinson’s speech, though more research is needed.
A team of UCLA engineers has developed a soft, thin, stretchy wearable device that can be attached to the skin outside the throat to help people with dysfunctional vocal cords regain their voice function. The device, assisted by machine-learning technology, can detect movement in larynx muscles and translate those signals into audible speech with nearly 95% accuracy. This breakthrough offers a non-invasive option for individuals with voice disorders, providing assistance in communicating during the pre- and post-treatment recovery periods. The device is designed to be flexible, reusable, and has the potential to be further developed to assist people with speech disorders.
Rudy Noorlander, a Montana man who was attacked by a grizzly bear and had the front of his lower jaw bitten off, is set to return home after five weeks in a Utah hospital. Noorlander, who communicated through writing on a whiteboard, expressed his excitement about reuniting with his dog, enjoying a root beer float, and potentially attending a football game. He will require speech therapy and hopes to write a book about his experience, with actor Cole Hauser playing his character in a movie adaptation. Noorlander's family expressed gratitude for the support they have received, and he believes that sharing his story could potentially help others going through similar situations.
A Montana man who was attacked by a grizzly bear and had the front of his lower jaw bitten off is set to return home after five weeks in a Utah hospital. Rudy Noorlander, who communicated through writing on a whiteboard, expressed his excitement about reuniting with his dog, enjoying a root beer float, and returning to the outdoors. He will require speech therapy and hopes to write a book about his experience, with actor Cole Hauser playing his character in a potential movie adaptation. Noorlander's jaw and lower lip were reconstructed using a portion of his lower leg bone and transplanted skin.
Emily Blunt attended the 17th Annual American Institute for Stuttering Gala in New York City, a cause close to her heart as she struggled with a stutter during her childhood. The gala is held to offer affordable speech therapy services to individuals who stutter, regardless of their financial background. Blunt, who has conquered her personal stuttering challenges and transformed them into a source of positive change and inspiration, was asked to host the event. She discussed how acting helped her overcome her speech impediment and has since starred in over 40 films, including the upcoming Oppenheimer. Blunt also revealed in a recent interview that she doesn't want her daughters to follow her career path in the entertainment business due to the challenges women face.
Surviving a car crash involves checking the weather, designating an emergency contact, and remembering to exercise. After a traumatic brain injury, speech therapy and exercise are crucial for recovery. Visualizing a peaceful place can also help the brain heal.