More Utahns can access hearing aids now that they're available over the counter
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More Utahns can access hearing aids now that they’re available over the counter
Utah Public Radio |
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JoLynne Lyon
Published November 3, 2022 at 2:07 PM MDT
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Over-the-counter hearing aids were recently made available to consumers without a prescription. That’s a big shift in hearing technology policy.
So how will this change affect the price, quality and risk of using hearing aids?
Dr. Tiffany Shelton, a clinical audiology professor at Utah State University’s Hearing and Balance Clinic, said it’s important to note that over-the-counter hearing aids are not for everyone.
“It’s just for those who have perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. And [...]