LEARN ABOUT HEARING HEALTH

Most hearing aid manufacturers have websites with an abundant amount of information for new or experienced hearing aid users. The following websites can help you learn more about hearing health.

The American Academy of Audiology (AAA)
The American Academy of Audiology is the world's largest professional organization of, for, and by audiologists. The active membership of more than 7,500 audiologists join together to provide the highest quality of hearing health care service to children and adults. AAA’s slogan is "Caring for America's Hearing."

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
ASHA's mission is to ensure that all people with speech, language, and hearing disorders have access to quality services to help them communicate effectively. On this site you will find information to help you understand communication disorders as well as a referral service, so you can get access to qualified audiologists.

American Tinnitus Association (ATA)
The ATA is an organization committed to finding a cure for tinnitus, which is a constant noise that some people hear in their ears. Tinnitus may sound like ringing, whooshing, or some other sound. The ATA provides education to professionals and consumers, funds research to public and private entities, and aids tinnitus sufferers through local support groups.

Hearing Loss Association of America (formerly SHHH)
This is the nation’s largest organization for people with hearing loss. The Hearing Loss Association of America provides education to professionals and consumers, funds research, and has an extensive network of self-help groups throughout the country.

Hearing Education and Awareness for Rockers (HEAR)
HEAR is a non-profit volunteer organization that provides information for musicians and music lovers as well as those in the general population interested in hearing conservation issues. HEAR’s mission is the prevention of hearing loss and tinnitus, especially in teens, through grassroots outreach advocacy and education about the harmful effects of noise exposure.