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Pandemic nightmare

Posted by jennifer gibson on Sunday, October 3, 2021, In : 2021 



What is it like dealing with the medical system during a pandemic for a deaf patient? It’s nearly impossible, incredibly isolating, dehumanizing and truly humiliating. It was a very difficult lesson and I learned quickly who I could rely on for help. I was truly alone for a long time, and had to deal with everything by myself. I still struggle with it on a daily basis and do the best I can under these extraordinary circumstances. 

I had spinal surgery right in the middle of our second and th...


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HOPE

Posted by jennifer gibson on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, In : August 2020 



As a child, I was always fascinated by the concept of heroes, such as Wonder Woman, Superman, the Million Dollar Man, the Incredible Hulk, and Bionic Woman. I loved how they could utilize their unique skills and super powers to help others. It was amazing how they were willing to tackle a challenge head-on by using their strengths even though they had their own share of limitations or disabilities. What was especially intriguing was discovering that the actor, Lou Ferrigno, from the Incredibl...


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Walk a mile in my shoes - COVID style

Posted by jennifer gibson on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, In : COVID - March 2020 

Going to the hospital this week for my spinal injections was a nightmare for someone like me with a profound hearing loss during the COVID crisis. Everywhere I looked, everyone was wearing a mask. This is the worst thing to do since I have absolutely no idea what is being said. I rely on lip reading as much as possible and need to see facial expressions. Fortunately, the staff that I deal with on a regular basis know me very well and were very understanding about my situation. They knew I was...


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