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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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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…

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How to Avoid Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Scams in 2023

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With more new hearing aid companies than ever, how can you separate the real deal from a fake? This National Council on Aging | Adviser article discusses ways to identify FDA-registered and FDA-cleared hearing aids, details on recent hearing aid regulation changes, and tips for avoiding scams.