American Hearing Research Foundation

Did you know that balance disorders affect millions of people globally? During Balance Awareness Week, we’re highlighting conditions such as Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), and exploring their impact on daily life. At the American Hearing Research Foundation, we're committed to educating and empowering those affected by these disorders. Join us in raising awareness and supporting those who navigate the challenges of balance disorders every day! Support us in our efforts to fund research towards hearing and balance disorders: https://lnkd.in/gudDhNzS #BalanceDisorders #HearingHealth #InnerEarHealth #AHRF #BalanceAwarenessWeek

This Deaf Awareness Month, we stand in solidarity with the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, advocating for inclusion, understanding, and equal access to resources. At the American Hearing Research Foundation (AHRF), we're dedicated to advancing research and education on hearing health, including the prevention and treatment of hearing loss. Let's work together to create a world where everyone can thrive, regardless of hearing ability. Join us in raising awareness and supporting the journey toward a more inclusive future! Visit https://lnkd.in/ghWVfmJ9 to learn more and get involved. #DeafAwarenessMonth #HearingLossAwareness #HearingHealth #HearingDisorder #AHRF #HearingHealth #HearingResearch #InclusionMatters

Please save the date! With our partners Hearing Health Foundation, Cures Within Reach, and Vestibular Disorders Association we are hosting a Ménière's Disease Symposium on the day before ARO 2025 kicks off-- Friday, February 21, 2025--for researchers and clinicians. Get more info here including an initial agenda: https://lnkd.in/gXy992mc

As we recognize National Suicide Prevention Month, it's crucial to acknowledge the link between untreated hearing loss and depression, which can lead to social isolation and mental health challenges. Early intervention and the use of hearing aids can significantly improve well-being. If you or someone you know is affected, take action today. Learn more about the connection between hearing loss and depression here: https://lnkd.in/eRFJr6kb. For more information about hearing loss, visit https://lnkd.in/gxxy7Pgf #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth #SuicidePrevention #HearingDisorder #AHRF #HearingHealth #HearingResearch

A child with hearing loss can miss out on instruction, language development, and social skills. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) notes communication difficulties often lead to social isolation and poor self-esteem. It can make a difference to begin early with Intervention services. #AcademicAchievement #hearingloss #languagedevelopment

You did it! AHRF thanks all hearing research investigators who submitted proposals for our 2025 grants. Applicants will be notified of their grant status the last week of November.

What does hearing loss look like in children? * Toddlers may not startle at loud noises, or they may not react to voices or sounds from another room. * Older children might: - not respond when called - have a dip in grades - complain of ringing in the ears - talk too loudly - watch TV with the volume turned up too high - pronounce words incorrectly - appear inattentive and prone to daydreaming If you have any doubt about your child's hearing, have them tested. Check with your pediatrician, an audiologist, or an ear/nose/throat doctor. #hearingloss #hearinghealth #childhearingloss

Back to school time - will your child be screened for hearing loss? As of 2018, 75% of states, including Washington, DC, require hearing screenings for school-age children. However, the frequency of screening varies by state. For example, only Washington, DC requires annual hearing screenings. Of the states that do require screenings, 28 mandate grades for screening, but only 20 require screening beyond 6th grade. Screenings can be offered directly at schools or by requiring parents to obtain screenings from a child's healthcare provider. #HearingScreening #BackToSchool #learning

The August 15 deadline is a few days awary. Do you have a question as you write your grant proposal for hearing research? Check out AHRF's Frequently Asked Questions page. Or contact us at [email protected] https://lnkd.in/gc7aCSRN #qanda #fundingopportunities #hearingresearch

Supporting hearing research across 3 generations: AHRF Director William Knight continues a family commitment to finding hearing loss solutions. https://lnkd.in/gYkyVGi9 #hearinghealth #hearingresearch #legacy