OTC Hearing Aids

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) established over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids as a regulatory category of hearing devices in October 2022. OTC hearing aids are for adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss and can be purchased without having to consult a hearing health professional. 

What technologies are being incorporated into OTC hearing aids? How easy are OTC hearing aids to set up and adjust without professional assistance? These and other topics are open for discussion here in the OTC Hearing Aids group.

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Vox Video: We're already using AI more than we realize

This Vox YouTube-channel, captioned video describes how we're already using more artificial intelligence (AI) than we realize. AI is hiding in plain sight including in hearing and communication access technologies. Be sure to read the cover article, AI and Other Hearing Technology Advancements , in the Spring 2024 edition of HLAAs Hearing Life Magazine.

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There's No Shortage of "Best OTC" Articles for 2024

There's no shortage of articles that review over-the-counter hearing aids to provide a "best of" list. These articles come from many sources, including: general technology and wellness websites CNET Consumer Reports Forbes Health informational websites focused specifically on hearing loss Hearing Health and Technology Matters Hearing Tracker Soundly and aging-related educational…

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CES 2024 Videos On Demand: OTC Hearing Aids - An Update

You can now watch all CES 2024 conference programming videos on demand. There are hundreds of videos available, including a video of the "OTC Hearing Aids - An Update" session.

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OTC 101: Ask the Experts Series

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for sale directly to consumers over 18 with mild to moderate hearing loss beginning in October 2022. These assistive devices are intended to provide faster and easier options to treat more people who need support with their hearing. HLAA is launching its OTC 101: Ask the Experts Webinar Series to provide people…