Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting
Better Hearing in the Workplace
Despite ADA protections, people with disabilities in general—and hearing loss specifically—remain at a disadvantage in the labor force.
Walk4Hearing Brings Life-Changing Discovery to Alabama Man
For Mark Robinson of Birmingham, Alabama, a mobile screening at the 2019 Walk4Hearing in Washington, DC, brought a significant revelation—he was losing his hearing.
All the World’s a Stage
HLAA is a member of the World Hearing Forum of the WHO. We like to think we’re part of the collective players on the world’s stage who make an impact. [...]
Cochlear Implants Changing Lives
Two long-time HLAA members and cochlear implant (CI) users, Lisa Yuan and Malik B. El-Amin, shared their stories with us in honor of International Cochlear Implant Day.
Walk4Hearing Leads Rescue Dog Home
Nikki Kramer, a preteen with hearing loss, shares a special bond with her family’s adopted dog Mookie, a deaf Cavapoo, found through an HLAA Walk4Hearing connection.
Google Maps Now Includes Hearing Loops
Having hearing loss requires us to think about how we will hear everywhere we go. This can be particularly challenging in public settings like places of worship, a meeting room, [...]
The Most Difficult Time of the Year
Hearing loss is an ever-present stress requiring continual adjustment for each person, place or situation experienced on any given day. Add to that, the stress of the holidays – including [...]
Hearing Loss Communication Tips for the Holidays
The holidays are a time for family members and friends to celebrate traditions, catch up, and enjoy each other's company. Throughout the celebrations, it’s essential to create environments and opportunities [...]
“CODA” Movie Sheds Light on Hearing Loss
Few cultural phenomena have brought attention to the community of people with hearing loss —– which includes people who are Deaf or hard of hearing —– to the extent that [...]
OTC Hearing Aids: Returns—a Key Piece of the Puzzle
You’re taking a first step to treating your hearing loss. Many people wait years to act, so we’re glad you’re addressing your hearing health! The new category of Over-the-Counter (OTC) [...]
The Power of “CODA”
The Apple TV+ film “CODA” captured the hearts of many and was recognized as Best Picture at the Oscars. The Oscars are presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture [...]
ASHA and HLAA Stress Need for Hearing Protection Across the Lifespan This World Hearing Day, With Millions at Risk for Preventable Damage
Annual Awareness Day Brings New Global Standard From the World Health Organization for Safe Noise Levels at Concert Venues and Other Public Places (Rockville, MD – March 2, 2022) With [...]