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One out of three (1 in 3) Americans over age 65 has a hearing problem. It is important to get your hearing checked. Your doctor may refer you to a hearing specialist. ... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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There are many different options for children with hearing loss and their families. This document describes special education programs, cochlear implants, medical and surgical interventions, assistive... Details >
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC
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This fact sheets offers information and resources for parents with deaf and hard-of-hearing children including: screening, optimizing residual hearing and working with teachers.... Details >
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
Tips on how to improve communication at the doctor's office if you are deaf or hard-of-hearing.... Details >
A Deaf, Deaf-Blind or Hard of Hearing woman trying to leave an abusive relationship faces unique barriers. The toll-free TTY number, 1-800-787-3224, assist individuals with programs and services prepa... Details >
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This fact sheet defines hearing loss and deafness and discusses its incidence, characteristics and educational implications. Children with these disabilities may be eligible for special education and ... Details >
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
A searchable directory of national organizations that focus on health issues relating to hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language. Includes information on patient education, support... Details >
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
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This document offers parents ways to interact with their children, recognize and respond to their children’ responses, suggestions for giving children consistent sensory cues, and techniques to encour... Details >
This fact sheet discusses childhood hearing screening, including when a child’s hearing should be tested, how screening is done, signs of hearing loss in children, and what happens if a child has a he... Details >
This site offers an overview of telecommunications relay services (TRS) including a discussion of the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) and 711 access instructions.... Details >
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders