US Proposed Rule For OTC Hearing Aid Access Excites Eargo – Across Industry, Not So Much
Executive Summary
CEO of direct-to-consumer hearing aid manufacturer Eargo says an OTC category for hearing aids would improve the quality of life for many consumers with hearing loss.
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