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E-booklet:
How to communicate with hearing aid users
Do you have a hearing loss or know someone who does? Download the free e-booklet!
E-booklet:
How your hearing works
What does it mean to have a hearing loss? Download the free e-booklet!
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EVOKE™ smart hearing aids
Rechargeable hearing aids
Hearing aid accessories
BEYOND™ first MFi hearing aids
Hearing aids for children
Getting the right hearing aid
Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids
Covers all ranges of hearing loss from minimal to profound.
In-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids
Very discreet solutions suitable for mild to moderate hearing loss.
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What you did not know about hearing loss
Published 29-07-2019
Last Updated02-12-2019
Hearing loss is more common than you'd think. And the number of people who have it continues to grow. Check out these important numbers about hearing loss.
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