Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL), commonly known as sudden deafness, occurs as an unexplained, rapid loss of hearing—usually in one ear—either at once or over several days. It should be...Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL), commonly known as sudden deafness, occurs as an unexplained, rapid loss of hearing—usually in one ear—either at once or over several days. It should be considered a medical emergency. Anyone who experiences SSHL should visit a doctor immediately. Sometimes, people with SSHL put off seeing a doctor because they think … Read More >

Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the...Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the ear. Ménière’s disease usually affects only one ear. Attacks of dizziness may come on suddenly or after a short period of tinnitus or muffled hearing. … Read More >

Sponsored by Friday, June 19 Noon-1:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) The Latest on Tinnitus Research Each year at the HLAA Convention we bring in professionals to speak on specific areas of...Sponsored by Friday, June 19 Noon-1:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) The Latest on Tinnitus Research Each year at the HLAA Convention we bring in professionals to speak on specific areas of hearing research. This year’s topic is The Latest on Tinnitus Research. It will feature talks by top scientists and clinicians who will tell us what tinnitus … Read More >

ADA See Americans with Disabilities Act Alerting Device Visual or tactile devices to alert a person who cannot hear to door knocks, telephone rings, fire alarms, etc. Americans with Disabilities...ADA See Americans with Disabilities Act Alerting Device Visual or tactile devices to alert a person who cannot hear to door knocks, telephone rings, fire alarms, etc. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Public Law 101-336 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by public entities. Amplified Phone Phone … Read More >