I would like to tell everyone how I lost my hearing. When I was 18 months old, I was diagnosed with Spinal Meningitis and stayed at the hospital for 21 days. I was lucky to be alive. By age 3, I had lost my hearing which also effected my equilibrium. I had surgery to Implant my current Cochlear Ear which allowed me to communicate and improved my equilibrium. I had to relearn how to walk. To learn more about how the Implant works and to see the new device, watch the video at the bottom of the page…