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IPS provides the below links to web sites related to hearing loss, prevention and protection techniques. We take your hearing seriously ... we hope you do too!
On these following web sites, you will also find very valuable information about hearing and hearing loss:
OSHA and federal government Links to regulations on noise exposure in the workspace.
http://www.audiologyawareness.com/The Audiology Awareness Campaign is a not for profit foundation whose mission is to educate the public about the value of hearing care. The AAC is involved in a multimedia effort to help those with hearing impairment find quality hearing health care.
Hear-it …Hear-it.org deals with almost any issue concerning hearing impairment such as: good advice and practical information for hearing-impaired people -prevention of hearing loss-information and advice for relatives and colleagues -factual information about hearing issues -statistics about hearing loss -the consequences of hearing impairment for the individual as well as for society.
Better Hearing Institute …The Better Hearing Institute is a not-for-profit corporation which was created in 1973 to promote hearing healthcare across the United States. The organization is jointly funded by the manufacturers and suppliers who comprise the hearing industry in the U.S.
The National Council on the Aging …The National Council on the Aging is an American network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons; increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations; and building caring communities.The National Council on the Aging.
American Academy of Audiology ….The American Academy of Audiology promotes quality hearing and balance care by advancing the profession of audiology through leadership, advocacy, education, public awareness and support of research.
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing ….The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) is the world’s oldest and largest membership organization promoting the use of spoken language by children and adults with hearing loss
AMERICAN TINNITUS ASSOCIATION:
American Tinnitus Association is the national champion of tinnitus awareness, prevention, and treatment. Highly Recommended.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
A must-read site to find out what your rights are under this act concerning access, hearing dogs, employment rights, etc.
FREE HEARING TEST:
Test your hearing and let others hear the way you do with a simulated hearing loss audio.
- Hearing Loss Association of America
- This non-profit organization has lots of practical information for people with hearing loss.
When Hearing Grows Difficult – AARP Site
If you are not hearing as well as you used to, you’re not alone. The number of people who would benefit from hearing aids is increasing, as Baby boomers are now becoming aware that they have premature hearing loss. Experts agree that noise-induced hearing loss is to blame for what 40-50 year old’s aren’t hearing anymore. But about 60 percent of those who need hearing aids go without them.
Recommended health related links… Smokefree.gov has so much great information on quitting and staying quit! (https://smokefree.gov/quit-smoking/pick-your-path/my-quit-day). The American Lung Association offers a lot of help for those trying to quit smoking as well (http://lung.org/). They’re both great organizations, dedicated to helping people quit smoking and lead a healthier lifestyle!
Innovators of Preventative Medicine in Industrial Health Care
IPS wants to prevent hearing loss in the workplace by providing professional services, products and resources that educate and motivate industrial employers and employees. Remember, we can reduce instances of noise induced hearing loss with proper training and education.