Bill Text: MI SR0103 | 2019-2020 | 100th Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution to recognize February 25, 2020, as Cochlear Implant Day.
Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-1)
Status: (Passed) 2020-02-25 - Adopted [SR0103 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2019-SR0103-Introduced.html
senate resolution no.103
Senator Barrett offered the following resolution:
A resolution to recognize February 25, 2020, as Cochlear Implant Day.
Whereas, Cochlear implants can greatly improve the quality of life for individuals who have severe hearing loss; and
Whereas, In 1961, Cochlear implants were first surgically implanted by Doctors House and Doyle in Los Angeles, California; and
Whereas, Both adults and children who have severe to profound hearing loss are able to receive cochlear implants. These individuals are not typically helped by hearing aids and need the implant to properly hear the world around them; and
Whereas, Trained ear, nose, and throat doctors work with audiologists, psychologists, counselors, and speech-language pathologists to determine the best course of action and treatment for individuals who may need a cochlear implant. This team can help an individual through the entire process from first consult to audiologic rehabilitation after surgery; and
Whereas, Cochlear implants help when hearing aids cannot. When bypassing damaged portions of the ear, the implants directly stimulate the auditory nerve. Hearing through the implant can take time to get used to, so months of therapy are typical for recipients of the implant; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize February 25, 2020, as Cochlear Implant Day.
