Expert Information

American Academy of Audiology

www.howsyourhearing.org

Largest professional organization of audiologists. The link below is to the Academy’s website dedicated to patient education. You will find information on hearing loss and hearing aids.

Hearing Loss Association of America

www.hearingloss.org

Formerly Self Help for the Hard of Hearing, this is the nation’s largest organization for people with hearing loss. They provide assistance and resources to people with hearing loss and their families.

Maryland Telephone Relay

www.mdrelay.org

Information on using the Maryland Telephone Relay service as well as resource for obtaining a captioned telephone at reduced cost.

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

www.cdc.gov/niosh 

Information on occupational noise safety standards and tips for hearing protection in the workplace. A great resource for anyone working in a noisy environment.