The Advisory Council then makes funding recommendations to the Institute Director. For more information, see the NIH Grants and Contracts web page. To Recognize Hearing Loss and other information materials to help you determine if you need to have your hearing evaluated. Online is another valuable source of information. Ear infections, also known as otitis media, account for more than 20 million doctor's office visits every year.
Ear infections are the leading cause of hearing loss in children.
Information Resources for Human Communication Disorders lists other organizations that have information on ear infections. Online is another valuable source of information. Please use the Publications List to obtain a copy of Update on Dizziness. Online is another valuable source of information. The Institute does not provide physician referrals.