resources
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COAT
Coalition of Organizations for Accessibility Technology supports equitable access to evolving digital communications.
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FDA: Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids
The Food and Drug Administration summarizes what you need to know about OTC hearing aids.
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Future Ear Podcast
Host Dave Kemp probes developments in audiology, hearables, and hearing aids.
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Gathering Sound
The strategy-rich Gathering Sound offers tips to help you deal with hearing loss.
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Hearing Loop
Sound can be delivered directly to your telecoil-enabled hearing aid or cochlear implant.
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Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)
An incomparable advocate and resource, HLAA also provides active community.
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Hearing Tracker
Hearing Tracker rigorously reviews devices, follows trends, and distills info for dealing with hearing loss.
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National Acoustic Labs (NAL)
NAL illuminates features and functions associated with hearing aids.
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NIOSH Sound Meter
A free app from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) monitors noise levels. (iOS only)
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Noisy Planet
Beware of the causes of noise-induced (preventable!) hearing loss.
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Soundly
Compare hearing aids— over-the-counter and traditional products—side by side.
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Soundprint
“Like Yelp, but for Noise.” Find quiet/moderate places to hear and connect with others.
How’s your hearing?
The National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders asks a simple set of questions to help you evaluate.
Why not take the quiz?