Categories: Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss, HLAA Blog, News, Newsroom, OTC

Advice from an Audiologist on Your Pathways to OTC: Finding Solutions That Work for You

By Thomas A. Powers, Ph.D. This October, the recently released U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations will go into effect and over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids will be available to...By Thomas A. Powers, Ph.D. This October, the recently released U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations will go into effect and over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids will be available to those 18 years or older with self-perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. While this is welcomed news for many, it can also be confusing for … Read More >

Categories: Blog, HLAA, HLAA Blog, News, Newsroom, OTC

OTC Hearing Aids: Returns – a key piece of the puzzle

By Lise Hamlin, Director of Public Policy, Hearing Loss Association of America You’re taking a first step to treating your hearing loss. Many people wait years to act, so we’re...By Lise Hamlin, Director of Public Policy, Hearing Loss Association of America You’re taking a first step to treating your hearing loss. Many people wait years to act, so we’re glad you’re addressing your hearing health! The new category of Over-the-Counter (OTC) hearing aids, expected on store shelves starting in in mid-October, could be a … Read More >

Categories: Blog, FDA, Hearing Aids, HLAA, News, Newsroom, OTC

New class of hearing aids will soon be available directly to consumers without a prescription

FDA issues final rule opening the market to over-the-counter devices, broadening choices for millions of Americans who need hearing help  Rockville, Md. — Millions of American adults with mild to...FDA issues final rule opening the market to over-the-counter devices, broadening choices for millions of Americans who need hearing help  Rockville, Md. — Millions of American adults with mild to moderate hearing loss will soon have more choices in hearing aids, and the ability to get them without seeing a doctor or hearing care professional … Read More >

Categories: ADA, Blog, HLAA, News, Newsroom

HLAA Marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

HLAA marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), calls for more progress on accessible listening 48 million Americans have hearing loss, many still don’t have accessible communications required by...HLAA marks 32nd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), calls for more progress on accessible listening 48 million Americans have hearing loss, many still don’t have accessible communications required by ADA ROCKVILLE, Md. — The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) – the leading voice for the growing number of Americans with hearing loss – … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Health Care, Hearing Health, HLAA Blog, News, Newsroom

The Connection Between Heart Health and Hearing Health

By Archelle Georgiou, M.D., Chief Health Officer, Starkey This is a sponsored blog post from HLAA Hear for Life Partner, Starkey. Does it surprise you that neglecting your cardiovascular health...By Archelle Georgiou, M.D., Chief Health Officer, Starkey This is a sponsored blog post from HLAA Hear for Life Partner, Starkey. Does it surprise you that neglecting your cardiovascular health could spell trouble for your hearing? Starkey Chief Health Officer Archelle Georgiou, M.D., offers insights on this important connection and how to stay healthy. Normal blood … Read More >

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HLAA 2022 Convention Empowers People with Hearing Loss

Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) – the leading voice for the growing number of...Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) – the leading voice for the growing number of Americans with hearing loss – held our annual convention in Tampa last month. More than 400 attendees, including industry, technology, and medical experts, joined in-person … Read More >

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Protect Your Ears This Summer!

Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. Most of us know that the sun can damage our skin and lead to skin cancer,...Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. Most of us know that the sun can damage our skin and lead to skin cancer, and that too much junk food can lead to obesity and other diseases, but what about our ears? Many people don’t pay enough attention to … Read More >

Categories: Better Hearing and Speech Month, Blog, Health Care, HLAA Blog, News, Newsroom

Hearing Loss and Mental Health: The Surprising Connection

Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO, Starkey May is not only Better Hearing and Speech Month, but it’s also Mental Health Awareness Month. While it’s no surprise with so many worthy...Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO, Starkey May is not only Better Hearing and Speech Month, but it’s also Mental Health Awareness Month. While it’s no surprise with so many worthy causes that there would be some overlap, this one in particular feels like more than just a coincidence. Better Hearing and Speech Month raises awareness … Read More >

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Clinical Trials of Potential New Therapies for Hearing Loss are Out There. Here’s How to Find Them

Julie Uphoff, Senior Manager of Clinical Operations, Frequency Therapeutics Clinical trials play a critical role in bringing new medicines to people who may benefit from them. With hearing loss, clinical...Julie Uphoff, Senior Manager of Clinical Operations, Frequency Therapeutics Clinical trials play a critical role in bringing new medicines to people who may benefit from them. With hearing loss, clinical trials of therapeutics are a very recent development – only in the last few years have we been testing potential medicines (not devices) to restore … Read More >

Categories: Advocacy News, Blog, HLAA, HLAA Blog, News, Newsroom, OTC

Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Will Soon be Available to Millions of Americans

Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. HLAA Helps Empower People Facing New...Barbara Kelley Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America By Barbara Kelley, Executive Director, Hearing Loss Association of America Follow Barbara on Twitter, @Bkelley_HLAA. HLAA Helps Empower People Facing New Choices in Hearing Health The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is preparing the final rules for a new class of hearing aids that will … Read More >