In order to understand what makes the best Bluetooth over-the-counter hearing aids and what they have to offer, it is important to understand what Bluetooth is. Bluetooth is the wireless radio frequency connection between one Bluetooth-enabled device and another Bluetooth-enabled device. It operates in the 2.4 GHz bandwidth. Some examples of Bluetooth devices: Bluetooth was […]
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10 Best Amazon Hearing Aids of 2024
When it comes to buying hearing aids online, Amazon has been selling hearing devices for years. Before the FDA made the new ruling regarding OTC hearing aids, these hearing devices being sold on Amazon were primarily personal sound amplification products (PSAPs), or hearing amplifiers. PSAPs are electronic devices that are not intended to compensate for […]
What Do Over-The-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids Cost?
Just like with traditional prescription hearing aids, over-the-counter hearing aids have a range of price. On average, looking at the current OTC hearing aids on the market, over-the-counter hearing aids cost an average of $1000/pair.
10 Best Gifts for Your Loved One with Hearing Loss
When it comes to buying gifts for a spouse, parent, or other family member, the first thing you think of may not be something they can use for their hearing loss. But, there are fun and useful gifts for people with hearing loss that you should consider. 1. Over-the-counter hearing aid This may not be […]
Can a Single Gunshot (Without Hearing Protection) Cause Deafness?
I made a mistake recently. A big mistake. I forgot hearing protection while shooting a rifle. To be specific, I took one shot outdoors with a .223 round without any hearing protection in. The next thing I knew everything around me was silent and then a few seconds later my left ear started ringing. Luckily, […]
Can Stress Cause Tinnitus?
According to the American Tinnitus Association, over 50 million Americans suffer from tinnitus. Tinnitus is a frustrating condition that can leave one feeling overly stressed. But did you know that stress can lead to the development of tinnitus in the first place? It’s a vicious circle that can be hard to break free from. What […]
Everything You Need to Know About Over-The-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids
For the past eight years there has been conversations and recommendations from different organizations about the introduction of over-the-counter hearing aids. Not much headway has been made until 2022 when there were several changes happening pretty quickly. What is the Over-The-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aid Rule? The new OTC Hearing Aid Rule will define two (2) […]
Hearing Aids Versus Hearing Amplifiers
According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 30 million adults in the United States could benefit from hearing aids. Unfortunately, it has been estimated that only 1 in every 5 Americans with hearing loss use hearing aids. To some, hearing aids are perceived as too inconvenient or too costly to pursue. Many with hearing […]
9 Best Alarm Clocks for People with Hearing Loss
We’ve all had that moment where we jolt awake only to realize that we’ve overslept. The day can be hard to recover after such a rude awakening. Unfortunately, this can be a regular occurrence for those that are hard of hearing or deaf. Fortunately, mornings can be salvaged with the right alarm clock. The Shortcomings […]
Best Dog Breeds for People with Hearing Loss
If you suffer from moderate to severe hearing loss, a pet dog can become a vital part of your life. That’s the case for John from the UK, who received his dog from an organization named Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Before receiving his dog, John felt “trapped by deafness.” It wasn’t until his dog […]
