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Newly available over-the-counter hearing aids offer many benefits, but consumers should be aware of the potential drawbacks

  • Written by Bradley Kesser, Professor of Otology/Neurotology, University of Virginia
Newly available over-the-counter hearing aids offer many benefits, but consumers should be aware of the potential drawbacksOver-the-counter hearing aids are now available at pharmacies and big-box stores.Mara Ohlsson/Image Source via Getty Images

U.S. retailers began selling over-the-counter hearing aids on Oct. 17, 2022, a long-awaited move that some experts predict could be a game-changer in making these devices accessible and affordable. A prescription is no longer...

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