Event
Public Consultation: WHO package of ear and hearing care interventions
The World Health Organization is hosting a public consultation on November 7, 2025, to discuss its new Package of Ear and Hearing Care Interventions (PEHCI). The session will run from 13:00–14:00 UTC and will present methods used in developing the package, outline the proposed interventions, and gather feedback from health professionals, policymakers, researchers, civil society, and advocacy…
Discussion
How Can We Reduce Listening Fatigue in Modern Workspaces?
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
Many people experience listening fatigue after long workdays filled with meetings, background chatter, and virtual calls. It can drain focus and make communication harder for people with and without hearing loss. Open offices, video platforms, and poor acoustics often add to the problem. A recent Forbes article by Bill Schiffmiller makes the case that “auditory fatigue,” or the mental exhaustion…
Event
Hearing Loss at Work webinar series: Tech Tips for Smart, Inclusive Employment
Learn practical strategies, tips and tools to help people with hearing loss succeed on the job. The expert panelists will explore assistive listening devices, communication apps and best practices for employers and employees alike.
Articles/Blog posts
Understanding Assistive Listening Systems: A Guide to Better Hearing in Public Spaces
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
Assistive listening systems (ALS) improve hearing in public settings by sending sound directly to the listener and reducing background noise. This guide from the Hearing Review highlights how these technologies work alongside hearing aids and cochlear implants to make communication easier in places like theaters, classrooms, airports, and houses of worship. The resource describes several types of…
Articles/Blog posts
Understanding Assistive Listening Systems: A Guide to Better Hearing in Public Spaces
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
Assistive listening systems (ALS) improve hearing in public settings by sending sound directly to the listener and reducing background noise. This guide from the Hearing Review highlights how these technologies work alongside hearing aids and cochlear implants to make communication easier in places like theaters, classrooms, airports, and houses of worship. The resource describes several types of…
Articles/Blog posts
HIPAA and Service Counter Hearing Loops
Submitted by Wynne Whyman on
1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.
Articles/Blog posts
HIPAA and Service Counter Hearing Loops
Submitted by Wynne Whyman on
1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.
Articles/Blog posts
HIPAA and Service Counter Hearing Loops
Submitted by Wynne Whyman on
1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.
Articles/Blog posts
HIPAA and Service Counter Hearing Loops
Submitted by Wynne Whyman on
1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.
Event
M-Enabling Summit
The M-Enabling Summit 2025 is set for October 6–8 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Virginia. Now in its 13th year, the event brings together leaders from tech, government, nonprofits, and advocacy groups to focus on digital accessibility and inclusion. This year’s theme, “Digital Accessibility Innovation — A Deep Dive into Next-Generation User Experiences,” speaks to new approaches to…
