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2023 Giving Campaign – Stories

Pat in her youth before she lost her hearing. For 28 years—beginning in 1960—Pat lived with hearing loss that progressed quickly. She received a cochlear implant in 1988. My Legacy...Pat in her youth before she lost her hearing. For 28 years—beginning in 1960—Pat lived with hearing loss that progressed quickly. She received a cochlear implant in 1988. My Legacy Gift to HLAA means I’ll know that I’m continuing to make a difference—even when I’m no longer here to do it. “As a child, I … Read More >

The Science Behind Music and Hearing Loss

Expert panel convenes at Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) 2023 Convention in iconic New Orleans The HLAA 2023 Convention Research Symposium on June 30, Joy of Music/Loving Your Ears,...Expert panel convenes at Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) 2023 Convention in iconic New Orleans The HLAA 2023 Convention Research Symposium on June 30, Joy of Music/Loving Your Ears, will explore different aspects of music and hearing loss, featuring four prominent speakers in the fields of audiology, science and music performance: Marshall Chasin, Au.D., … Read More >

Hear for the Holidays

HEAR FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Plan ahead to ensure the best communication experience during gatherings. The holidays can be a festive time full of family gatherings, parties and events. But for...HEAR FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Plan ahead to ensure the best communication experience during gatherings. The holidays can be a festive time full of family gatherings, parties and events. But for one in seven of us, who has hearing loss, these events can be challenging listening environments, that often cause stress and anxiety. Our Hear for … Read More >

HLAA Marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

HLAA marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), calls for more progress on accessible listening 48 million Americans have hearing loss, many still don’t have accessible communications required by...HLAA marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), calls for more progress on accessible listening 48 million Americans have hearing loss, many still don’t have accessible communications required by ADA ROCKVILLE, Md. — The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) – the leading voice for the growing number of Americans with hearing loss – … Read More >

Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Will Soon be Available to Millions of Americans

Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. HLAA Helps Empower People Facing New...Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. HLAA Helps Empower People Facing New Choices in Hearing Health The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is preparing the final rules for a new class of hearing aids that will … Read More >

El día mundial de la audición ASHA y HLAA hacen hincapié en la necesidad de protección auditiva durante toda la vida, millones a riesgo de daño prevenible

  El día mundial de la audición ASHA y HLAA hacen hincapié en la necesidad de protección auditiva durante toda la vida, millones a riesgo de daño prevenible El día...  El día mundial de la audición ASHA y HLAA hacen hincapié en la necesidad de protección auditiva durante toda la vida, millones a riesgo de daño prevenible El día anual de la concienciación revela las nuevas normas mundiales de la Organización Mundial de la Salud para los niveles aceptables de ruido en conciertos y … Read More >

New Hearing Aid Options are Coming in 2022

Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America Kate Carr President Hearing Industries Association By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America and Kate Carr, President, Hearing...Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America Kate Carr President Hearing Industries Association By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America and Kate Carr, President, Hearing Industries Association The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued draft guidelines for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, a first step toward giving Americans more options … Read More >

We Hear You | Now Hear Us Documentary — HLAA Talkback Encore

When: October 28, 2021 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Join by computer or mobile device. We Hear You is a groundbreaking documentary about hearing loss, the invisible disability...When: October 28, 2021 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Join by computer or mobile device. We Hear You is a groundbreaking documentary about hearing loss, the invisible disability that impacts 430 million people worldwide, including 48 million in the United States alone. By shining a light on the hearing loss … Read More >

ASHA y HLAA abogan por el “Cuidado de la Salud Auditiva para Todos” durante la conmemoración del Día Mundial de la Audición el 3 de marzo

  ASHA y HLAA abogan por el “Cuidado de la Salud Auditiva para Todos” durante la conmemoración del Día Mundial de la Audición el 3 de marzo Colaboración arroja luz...  ASHA y HLAA abogan por el “Cuidado de la Salud Auditiva para Todos” durante la conmemoración del Día Mundial de la Audición el 3 de marzo Colaboración arroja luz sobre las disparidades en la atención de la salud auditiva en EE. UU. (Rockville, MD, 2 de marzo de 2021) Mientras que la comunidad mundial de … Read More >

Safeguarding the Rights of Persons with Disabilities During COVID-19

OCR Resolves Complaints after State of Connecticut and Private Hospital Safeguard the Rights of Persons with Disabilities to Have Reasonable Access to Support Persons in Hospital Settings During COVID-19 On...OCR Resolves Complaints after State of Connecticut and Private Hospital Safeguard the Rights of Persons with Disabilities to Have Reasonable Access to Support Persons in Hospital Settings During COVID-19 On June 9, 2020, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it has reached an … Read More >

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