OTC hearing aids promise to increase the accessibility and affordability of the devices for millions of adults who live with untreated mild to moderate hearing loss.
The FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017 designated a new class of OTC hearing aids.
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Only 3.7% of people in the U.S. with hearing difficulty own hearing aids. Thanks to a federal law in progress of being implemented, OTC hearing aids may help bridge the gap.
Preventive strategies are the best methods of managing hearing impairment.
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Unidentified or late identified hearing impairment has significant implications for the speech-language, cognitive and scholastic development of the child.
It’s important to think about what online teaching and learning means for students with hearing difficulties.
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Even under the best circumstances, the needs of students with a hearing impairment are often unmet. Here’s what lecturers can do to ensure that no students are left behind.
Nyeleti Nokwazi Nkwinika acknowledges the applause after graduating with her Masters degree.
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