“Should I repair or replace a damaged hearing aid?” is one of the more frequent questions we are asked. The truthful answer has to be, “It depends.” The issue of whether to repair or replace hinges on ...

Hearing aid warranty coverage typically lasts 3-4 years, but with proper care, some patients continue to do well with their hearing aids beyond the warranty. Good care and cleaning habits are key to ...

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Since October 2022, over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids have been available in stores and online, without needing to see a doctor, an audiologist, or a licensed hearing aid specialist. For the ...

Even though chronic hearing loss is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions for people 65 and older, less than 20% seek help for it, says Michael Hefferly, Ph.D., an audiologist at Rush. One ...

Thanks to new rules the FDA put in place last fall, hearing aids are now divided into two key categories: prescription and over-the-counter. OTCs can be further divided into two types: self-fitting ...

As an experienced audiologist, I know that the thought of keeping up with the latest hearing aid technology can seem daunting. Yes, every year new models with advanced features hit the market. However ...