Assistive Technology
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Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Explained
Purchasing Considerations from HLAA + Notes Offered by the Rochester NY Chapter: The term ‘hearing aid’ has, up until now, referred to prescription hearing aids, which can only be purchased through a licensed provider, such as an audiologist or hearing aid specialist. The Federal Drug Adminstration’s (FDA) action introduces a new class, OTC hearing aids,…
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Loop Technology Changes Lives
In 2018 when Proctors replaced the 2,700 seats in its main theater, hearing loop technology was installed throughout the house. This makes it possible anyone with an up-to-date hearing aid to flip a switch on their device, which is usually controlled by an app on their cellphone. This activates a built-in receiver, known as a…