Starting next week, adults will be able to buy hearing aids over the counter at places like Walgreens and CVS, or online, at a fraction of the cost.
Traditional hearing aids can run patients thousands of dollars, not to mention upfront costs like doctor visits.
"These devices are intended for adults only with mild to moderate hearing loss that is self-perceived," said Barbara Kelly, Executive Director of the Hearing Loss Association of America. But she says proceed with caution, because a lot is still unknown about the quality of the over-the-counter hearing aids, including whether they will fit patients correctly and follow FDA volume guidelines.She also points out the over-the-counter devices might not be for everyone because each individual's hearing loss is unique and can often indicate a treatable medical issue like impaction, wax in the ears, or holes in the eardrum.
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