Press Room

Press Releases and Statements

Hearing Loss in Children: ASHA, EAA Stress Importance of Prevention and Early Intervention This World Hearing Day (2/24/2026)
Ringing in Your Ears? ASHA Shares Facts About a Common Yet Misunderstood Health Issue (2/2/2026)
Ensora Health Becomes New Corporate Partner of ASHA (1/15/2026)
ASHA 2026 President Linda I. Rosa-Lugo Begins Her Term (1/5/2026)
Unsafe Use of Popular Holiday Gifts Could Lead To Hearing Loss in Adolescents (12/11/2025)

In the News

Disabling hearing loss also affects babies and children, expert says
ASHA Associate Director of Audiology Practices Marquitta Merkison was interviewed for a World Hearing Day segment about pediatric hearing loss for CNN Health Minute that was syndicated nationwide, airing on over 250 local channels.

Explore the new Planet Word exhibit about stuttering
Accessibility-focused travel magazine Travel Without Limits reported on the new stuttering exhibit at Planet Word produced in partnership with ASHA.

ASHA President Linda I. Rosa-Lugo, EdD, CCC-SLP: Identify the Signs of Communication Disorders (2026)

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) President Linda I. Rosa-Lugo discusses the importance of early identification and treatment of communication disorders.

Campaign Spotlight

A national broadcast public service announcement (PSA) campaign launched by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) showcases the life-altering treatment outcomes made possible with care from audiologists and speech-language pathologists.

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Member Outreach Resources

Featured Resource

ASHA's new developmental milestones are available in checklists that detail communication (speech, language, and hearing) milestones for children ages birth to 5 years as well as feeding and swallowing milestones for children ages birth to 3 years.