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The cochlear implant is not a life-saving device. It is, however, very, very special, since it has to do with communication, with being able to take part in society.
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The speaker distinguishes survival from connection. A cochlear implant does not save a person’s life, but it can help with communication and participation in society. That makes it special in a different way: its importance lies in helping people communicate and take part in shared social life.
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