National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders

The National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) is part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. It focuses on research and funding to better understand, prevent, and treat hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language disorders. Its goal is to improve communication health for individuals of all ages. NIDCD also provides information and resources for healthcare providers and the public, supporting advancements in diagnostics, therapies, and technologies to enhance quality of life for those with communication challenges.