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All our publications are available online. Click on any title to read that publication on our website. You can download a PDF or order a print copy of some publications.

Usher Syndrome

Information and resources concerning Usher syndrome including: description, who is affected, causes, types, characteristics, diagnosis, treatment, and research.

Vestibular Schwannoma (Acoustic Neuroma) and Neurofibromatosis

Information and resources concerning vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma) and neurofibromatosis including description, diagnoses and treatment, the different types, and research.

Vocal Fold Paralysis

Information and resources concerning vocal fold paralysis including: description, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and research.

When It’s Loud, Protect Your Hearing: Sound Advice for Young Ears

Information written for children and preteens concerning noise and hearing loss, how loud is too loud, and how and when to use hearing protectors. (Includes a crossword puzzle.)

Your Baby's Hearing and Communicative Development Checklist

Guidelines for assessing your growing baby's communication skills.