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AMC Theatre Settlement Provides Unprecedented Access for People with Disabilities
Friday, May 11th 2012
New technology will make it possible for deaf, hard of hearing and blind individuals to see movies at any time in AMC Movie Theatres.
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HHS Ensures Americans with Disabilities Act is Being Followed
Monday, May 7th 2012
HHS takes action to ensure equal access for the deaf and hard of hearing. Office ensures Americans with Disabilities Act is being followed.
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New Resources Available for Individuals Living with Microtia and Aural Atresia
Wednesday, February 22nd 2012
Newly-launched EarCommunity.com provides resource and support for families and individuals suffering from Microtia and Aural Atresia.
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TSA to Launch Helpline for Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Needs
Monday, February 13th 2012
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will launch hotline TSA Cares to assist travelers with disabilities for information regarding airport screening policies.
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Oticon Partners with American Heart Association to 'Put People First'
Wednesday, February 1st 2012
Oticon collaborates with American Heart Association to promote heart and hearing health awareness campaign.
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Oticon Supports Student Audiology Scholarships for Research
Thursday, December 15th 2011
Through the support of Oticon, Inc., 3 James Madison University graduate students were awarded scholarships for their research projects in the field of audiology.
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New AARP, ASHA Study Shows Many AARP Members Suffering Hearing Issues in Silence
Tuesday, December 6th 2011
A recent survey conducted by AARP and ASHA indicates that older Americans are going without necessary treatment for hearing loss, resulting in decreased quality of life and even safety issues.
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Math and Science Grant Will Help Hearing-Impaired College Students
Monday, October 31st 2011
RIT has received a 1.6 million dollar grant to create virtual tutoring and mentoring support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students studying science, technology, engineering and math.
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Deafness Research Foundation Changes Name to Hearing Health Foundation
Friday, October 14th 2011
Deafness Research Foundation has changed its name to Hearing Health Foundation. The Foundation has also announced a groundbreaking research consortium, the Hearing Restoration Project.
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Record Enrollment Set at National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Thursday, October 13th 2011
National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology has once again set a record for enrollment, with 1,547 students enrolled. The students hail from 49 of the 50 United States.
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Hearing Loss Highlighted as Possible Cause of Depression
Thursday, September 15th 2011
Research has shown that people with untreated hearing loss may be at an increased risk of depression. Studies also show that when these individuals use hearing aids, they experience significant improvements in quality of life and decreased depressive symptoms.
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House Institute Launches Fundraising Campaign for Hearing Loss, Tinnitus Research
Wednesday, August 17th 2011
House Research Institute has begun a campaign to raise $65 million in honor of their 65-year anniversary. These funds will continue the Institute's mission of helping people enjoy a better quality of life through better hearing.
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Oticon “At the Heart of It” Campaign Supports American Heart Association
Wednesday, August 10th 2011
Oticon, a leading hearing aid manufacturer, donated $10,000 to the American Heart Association (AHA). The funds were raised through the sale of Oticon Agil hearing aids and will be used by the AHA to fund education and research.
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ADA: Wells Fargo to Provide Compensation to Victims of Disability Discrimination
Thursday, July 28th 2011
Wells Fargo has reached a settlement with the US Department of Justice, requiring them to compensate individuals who we discriminated against on the basis of their disabilities. If you are hard of hearing or deaf, are blind or have low vision, or have a speech disability and needed help to communicate with Wells Fargo but were denied such help, you may have been discriminated against and should contact the US Department of Justice.
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Register to Win the Book, "A Survival Guide for New Deafies"
Tuesday, July 26th 2011
A new book, “A Survival Guide for New Deafies" by Amy Sargent, offers coping strategies for people diagnosed with hearing loss, as well as their family members. Register on Sargent's website to win a free copy of the book.
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Tinnitus Cure Charity Walk
Monday, June 13th 2011
Support the American Tinnitus Association’s (ATA) research grant program either in person or online. There will be prizes for the highest fundraising teams and a raffle for all physical participants.
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Helping Vietnamese Children with Hearing Loss
Thursday, June 9th 2011
The Global Foundation For Children With Hearing Loss visited Dalat, Danang, and Saigon to mentor teachers of the deaf and parents and distribute supplies donated by Ear Gear.
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Hearing Loss Treatments: A Pioneer's Memoir
Wednesday, June 8th 2011
Dr. William F. House explains how he overcame adversity and criticism to create life-changing treatments for hearing disorders including the cochlear implant.
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HLAA Campaigning To Make Cost Of Hearing Aids More Affordable
Thursday, May 5th 2011
Hearing loss is the third largest health problem after heart disease and arthritis in America today. When people cannot afford hearing aids it impacts their work and earning potential, relationships, education opportunities, and their ability to participate socially.
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Oticon Provides Grant for Graduate Audiology Scholarships
Wednesday, May 4th 2011
Oticon Hearing Foundation made a $27,500 donation by the to the American Academy of Audiology Foundation (AAAF) to support graduate audiology scholarships.
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Oticon Donates Conference Award to Local Charity
Tuesday, April 26th 2011
For the third year in a row, Oticon wins top award for its booth at the 2011 AudiologyNOW! conference and donates $10,000 to a local charity.
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Your Nomination Needed For Oticon Focus on People Awards
Tuesday, April 19th 2011
Oticon Hearing announces the call for nominations for the 2011 Oticon Focus on People Awards, honoring individuals who have demonstrated that hearing loss does not limit a person's ability to make a positive difference.
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New Hope for the Hearing Aid Tax Credit
Friday, April 15th 2011
Representatives Tom Latham (R-IA) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY) have reintroduced the bipartisan Hearing Aid Tax Credit (H.R. 1479) with 36 original co-sponsors, including 4 members of the House Ways and Means Committee.
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Senior Health Care: Many Not Receiving Necessary Preventive Medical Care
Friday, March 18th 2011
Older Americans are not receiving the critical preventive medical services that will help them live healthy, independent lives.
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$500 Scholarships to be Awarded to 18 Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Students
Monday, February 21st 2011
Hamilton Relay, Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) and captioning provider, will award 18 $500 scholarships for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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