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August 23, 2005

Saving the world from hearing loss

According to the Starkey Hearing Foundation, it's estimated that more than twenty-four million people in the US alone have significant hearing loss.

These numbers inspire the Foundation to donate hearing aids to those in need worldwide. The Foundation holds an annual celebrity Gala to raise money for these mission trips. Country music singer Trisha Yearwood, who has been on a Starkey hearing mission trip, performed at this year's benefit.

From Business Wire

Posted by 4HL on August 23, 2005 12:47 PM


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