Hearing Loss

Are you interested in learning about new, emerging therapies that could potentially restore hearing? Would you like to stay apprised of new clinical trials for individuals with sensorineural hearing loss...Are you interested in learning about new, emerging therapies that could potentially restore hearing? Would you like to stay apprised of new clinical trials for individuals with sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) – and learn how to enroll? In this program, Frequency Therapeutics’ Chief Development Officer, Dr. Carl LeBel, provided an overview of outcomes from four completed clinical trials of FX-322, the Company’s product candidate, which is the first to have... Read More >

HLAA honors the life of Joan Kleinrock. Joan was one of the original volunteers that worked with HLAA Founder Rocky Stone and served as the first chapter development coordinator for...HLAA honors the life of Joan Kleinrock. Joan was one of the original volunteers that worked with HLAA Founder Rocky Stone and served as the first chapter development coordinator for SHHH/HLAA. Fond memories and stories about Joan were shared by Joan’s family, HLAA staff, board members, and chapter and state leaders. Read More >

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...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 experience, it strives to build awareness, community and a more inclusive world for all. HLAA held an exclusive Talkback with the filmmakers of “We Hear You.” Executive produced by HLAA Members Holly Cohen, Shari Eberts... Read More >

Navigating the workplace can be challenging for people with hearing loss. In this webinar, panelists from SMBC discussed how to effectively network with hearing loss, how best to differentiate yourselves to stand out...Navigating the workplace can be challenging for people with hearing loss. In this webinar, panelists from SMBC discussed how to effectively network with hearing loss, how best to differentiate yourselves to stand out to employers when applying to jobs, and how to navigate networking after beginning the job. The panelists also shared more about career opportunities at SMBC. Read More >

This one-hour webinar provided an overview of the FDA drug development process as well as the value of Patient-Focused Drug Development (PFDD) meetings. We hope this webinar spiked your interest...This one-hour webinar provided an overview of the FDA drug development process as well as the value of Patient-Focused Drug Development (PFDD) meetings. We hope this webinar spiked your interest in being part of this important virtual meeting for the hearing loss community taking place on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Read More >

The Psychology of Hearing Loss explored hearing loss from a biopsychosocial perspective with particular attention to individual development and personal experience. Feelings and behaviors associated with hearing loss were explored...The Psychology of Hearing Loss explored hearing loss from a biopsychosocial perspective with particular attention to individual development and personal experience. Feelings and behaviors associated with hearing loss were explored with additional information on special populations including Veterans and users of cochlear implants. Read More >

HLAA se enorgullece en presentar nuestro primer seminario virtual en español, con el cual buscamos apoyar a las personas con pérdida auditiva en la comunidad latina. Las pérdidas auditivas son...HLAA se enorgullece en presentar nuestro primer seminario virtual en español, con el cual buscamos apoyar a las personas con pérdida auditiva en la comunidad latina. Las pérdidas auditivas son más comunes de lo que pensamos. De hecho, representan el tercer problema de salud más común en los Estados Unidos. Aquellas personas que tienen diabetes, problemas cardiovasculares, o historia de exposición a ruido están en riesgo de tener una pérdida... Read More >

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape of the country and made those of us with hearing loss acutely aware of new barriers to everyday communication. Working from home or...The coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape of the country and made those of us with hearing loss acutely aware of new barriers to everyday communication. Working from home or attending school over the internet, confronting Plexiglas barriers and face masks in the grocery store and a trip to an overwhelmed hospital ER all challenge the old ways of accommodating our hearing loss. When the pandemic hit and shutdowns across... Read More >

Mastering communication while face masks are worn and social distancing is especially difficult for people with hearing loss because of reduced visual and auditory input.  We will share practical tips...Mastering communication while face masks are worn and social distancing is especially difficult for people with hearing loss because of reduced visual and auditory input.  We will share practical tips and strategies that can make interactions a little easier and help you feel more in control. We will demonstrate various ways to wear masks comfortably with hearing devices and how to avoid losing them when masks are removed.  We will... Read More >

The audience comments from Dr. Harvey’s Part 1 webinar on coping with COVID-19 revealed an amazing but not surprising richness and resiliency. This follow-up webinar will have a small presentation followed by a...The audience comments from Dr. Harvey’s Part 1 webinar on coping with COVID-19 revealed an amazing but not surprising richness and resiliency. This follow-up webinar will have a small presentation followed by a Q & A exchange about what the COVID-19 has to offer us beyond hardship and fear. Harvey will elicit insights from the audience about how this terrifying, surrealistic pandemic can catalyze personal psychological growth; how we can come through the... Read More >