Press Room
Press Releases and Statements
- Patient Access to Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Services Increased as Interstate Compact Meets Operational Requirement (04/01/2021)
- ASHA Lauds CMS Action to Expand Medicare Coverage of Telehealth Services for Needed Speech/Language, Swallowing and Hearing Services (04/01/2021)
- ASHA Statement on Racism and Violence Against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (03/19/2021)
- ASHA/PAHO Collaboration Addresses Critical Need Raised by New WHO Report (03/03/2021)
- Statement of A. Lynn Williams, PhD, CCC-SLP, 2021 President of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), on the Release of the World Report on Hearing (03/03/2021)
In the News
ASHA President A. Lynn Williams: Identify the Signs Campaign
ASHA President A. Lynn Williams discusses the importance of early identification and treatment of communication disorders. For more information, visit the Identify the Signs website.
Campaign Spotlight
Every year during the month of May, Better Hearing & Speech Month provides opportunities to raise awareness about communication disorders and to promote treatment that can improve the quality of life for those who experience problems with speaking, understanding language, or hearing. For 2021, our theme is "Building Connections." See more campaigns.
Media Resources
Featured Resource
Since technology overuse can be harmful to children’s health and development, this free resource for prospective and new parents encourages healthy screen-time habits from day 1 to allow babies to thrive. Developed by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and Children’s Screen Time Action Network, Be Tech Wise With Baby! is well suited for pediatrician, OBGYN, other medical offices and outpatient therapy clinics; libraries; day care centers; and all other settings that provide information for new parents and caregivers.
Media Contacts
Director, Public Relations
Joseph Cerquone
301-296-8732
703-973-7744 (Mobile)
jcerquone@asha.org
Manager, Broadcast Media
Doug Plesh
301-296-8730
dplesh@asha.org
Manager, Print and Digital Media
Francine Pierson
301-296-8715
fpierson@asha.org
Specialist, Public Relations
Jeremi Jones
301-296-8729
jjones2@asha.org
