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Germany March 21, 2024

Deaf lawmaker welcomed to German parliament in historic first

Heike Heubach has become the first deaf lawmaker in the German parliament. She joined as a replacement for another member who took up a new role, officials say.

California March 21, 2024

California doctors say Medicaid must pay more, upcoming vote could raise taxes to do so

Optometrists and other doctors in California say they elected to stop seeing Medicaid patients because the compensation they received could not keep their lights on.

HEALTH March 13, 2024

Fitness class too loud? What to know about protecting your hearing health

Some audiology experts are warning that the loud volume of group fitness classes can take a toll on your hearing. Here's what you should know about safe audio levels.

HEALTH March 12, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘Why are my eyes often bloodshot?’

To get a clear understanding of the triggers and treatments for bloodshot eyes, Fox News Digital consulted with two ophthalmologists, who provided eye-opening insights.

HEALTH March 12, 2024

Ohio boy, 8, prepares for blindness: ‘It’s heartbreaking,’ his mom says

Grayson Naff, 8, of Ohio is preparing for life without vision as an effect of his rare disease. Naff's mother and care team revealed how he is training for imminent blindness.

LIFESTYLE March 6, 2024

Legally blind Texas student defies the odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school: 'Anything is possible'

In spite of her disability, Faith Snapp has never let her challenges get in the way of her dreams — and has now been accepted into veterinary school as a legally blind student.

Artificial Intelligence February 20, 2024

AI comes to the world of beauty as eyelash robot uses artificial intelligence to place fake lashes

Luum is using artificial intelligence and robotics to offer high-tech eyelash extension services. Luum CEO Nathan Harding and president Jo Lawson shared details on how it works.

Health February 7, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘Why are my ears ringing, and should I see a physician?’

Daniel S. Troast, a doctor of audiology, shared with Fox News Digital the symptoms, causes and myths surrounding tinnitus, as well as ways to treat and prevent this common health issue.

WILD NATURE February 3, 2024

Birds as symbols of wisdom — and what the owl can tell us about ourselves

It’s common to think of owls as wise. Where did this idea originate and why do we often call older people "wise old owls"? Here's a deep dive into the bird, the natural world and more.

Virginia January 31, 2024

VA Democrats reject GOP Gov. Youngkin's nominations for parole board, vision impaired board

The Democrat-controlled Virginia Privileges and Elections Committee voted to remove two of Republican Gov. Youngkin's nominations from a list of appointees for various stations.

Hearing Loss January 25, 2024

Hearing loss more likely to affect rural Americans and men, new study shows

A study in The Lancet Regional Health-Americas Journal says hearing loss affects 37.9 million Americans and is more common in rural areas and among men.