April 06, 2024

HLAA National Conversation: Should we worry that our hearing loss will cause us to develop dementia?

Many of us have seen news stories saying that hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia. In this online presentation, professor, medical researcher and HLAA Board Member Jan Blustein,...Many of us have seen news stories saying that hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia. In this online presentation, professor, medical researcher and HLAA Board Member Jan Blustein, M.D., Ph.D., will explain common misconceptions about cause and effect, and what we should know about hearing well and thinking well. Read More >

February 07, 2023

Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate

Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on...Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on the brain and body is far wider than most people appreciate. In this webinar, Dr. Ruffin shares both science-based and personal recommendations working in a challenging, fast-paced work environment. Read More >

December 19, 2022

HLAA Showcase Webinar: Addressing the Number One Issue with Hearing Aids: Hearing Speech in Noise Presented by ReSound

Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways...Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways to address this issue. At GN ReSound, we are always thinking of ways to improve hearing in noise, with upgrades to the technology inside the hearing aid and by leveraging the tech we already use in our everyday lives. This... Read More >

January 20, 2022

HLAA Webinar: Potential New Therapies and Clinical Trial Opportunities for Sudden and Noise-Induced 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...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 >

December 11, 2021

HLAA Special Event: A Celebration of Life, in remembrance of Joan Kleinrock

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 >

September 23, 2021

We Hear You | Now Hear Us Documentary Talkback

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 >

August 30, 2021

HLAA Webinar: Networking with Hearing Loss

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 >

April 08, 2021

HLAA Webinar: Externally-Led Patient-Focused Drug Development Meeting for People and Families Living with Sensorineural Hearing Loss

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 >

March 23, 2021

HLAA Webinar: The Psychology of Hearing Loss

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 >

October 28, 2020

¿Está perdiendo la audición? Como detectar una pérdida auditiva y que hacer al respecto

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 >