Several State Attorneys’ General (AG) recently issued statements warning consumers about unsubstantiated claims relative to over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. The statements issued from Georgia and Ohio specifically reference audiology; however, the others do not.

 If your state is not listed below, please reach out to your State AG’s Office and encourage them to weigh in. Please recommend that they include and emphasize the critical role of the audiologist!

Share this

Related Posts

Nova Southeastern Capitol Hill Day

On July 16, 2021, the Nova Southeastern University Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) chapter held their annual Capitol Hill Day through a completely virtual format. Students and professors started out the day with an advocacy overview with the Academy’s Senior Director of Government Relations Susan Pilch, JD. Students, professors, and Academy staff then attended virtual…

Read More

Academy Urges Health and Human Services to Recognize Role of Audiologists with Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Devices

Today, Academy President Angela Shoup, PhD, sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of the Health and Human Services (HHS), The Honorable Xavier Becerra, to express the Academy’s concerns about the Administration’s oversimplification of hearing loss and treatment in the advancement of over-the-counter (OTC) devices, as reflected in President Biden’s recent Executive Order and accompanying fact…

Read More
President Biden’s Executive Order Aimed at Improving Competition Highlights Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

President Biden’s Executive Order Aimed at Improving Competition Highlights Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

This content is an exclusive benefit for American Academy of Audiology members. If you’re a member, log in and you’ll get immediate access. Member Login If you’re not yet a member, you’ll be interested to know that joining not only gives you access to top-notch resources like this one, but also invitations to member-only events,…

Read More