Better Hearing

10/14/2026

As the days get shorter, it is a good time to think about our own balance and, unlike the leaves, take steps to reduce the risk of falls:

by Ryan Shuman, HIA Director or Public Policy October 14, 2026    We commonly call autumn “fall,” a name thought to come from the time of year when trees shed their leaves.   As the days get shorter

10/13/2026

Did you know that mockingbirds have different calls depending on which area of New York you're in? Jaslyn's local mockingbirds let her know that she's home. What sounds let you know that you're home? Comment below!

10/12/2026

October starts with a simple question: What sound says “home” to you? Add your voice to the conversation. Let us know in the comments or post your own video with the hashtag

10/11/2026

We often think about vision, dental care, and other routine health needs, but hearing deserves attention too. Healthy hearing supports communication, social connection, independence, and overall well-being. Take a moment to make hearing health part of your wellness routine by contacting a licensed hearing care professional near you: https://www.hearing.org/find-a-professional/

10/10/2026

For Bill Kelley, the sound of choral singing defines "home". When you think of sounds in your home or community, does it involve music? What kind? Let us know in the comments!

10/09/2026

The sound of birds on her 16th floor balcony means home to Marjorie from New York, NY. What are the top sounds that make you think of home? Learn more at https://www.hearing.org/sounds-of-america/.

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10/08/2026

Some sounds have a way of taking us right back to a special moment. For Mikkel, it’s the sound of rain falling on the canvas of a tent during childhood camping trips. What sound brings you back to a favorite memory? ReSound

10/07/2026

This October, take a few simple steps to reduce the risk of noise-induced hearing loss for yourself and those around you:

by Lindsay B. Robinson, HIA Program Manager October 7, 2026   Observed throughout October, National Protect Your Hearing Month gives us a time to pause and consider one of the most important ways we connect with the worl

10/06/2026

What makes up the soundtrack of your hometown: city streets or country roads? Let us know in the comments!

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10/05/2026

October is Protect Your Hearing Month👂
Healthy hearing helps you stay connected to conversations, the people you care about, and the moments that make everyday life meaningful. This month, take a moment to learn more about your hearing health and the simple steps you can take to protect it at Hearing.org