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Untreated hearing loss is associated with poorer health. Thus, hearing aids are no longer considered optional for treating hearing loss. Below are links for reputable websites with accurate information on modern hearing aids.

Buying Hearing Aids in Washington Guide by HLAA Washington State .
Audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson has a great YouTube channel, “Doctor Cliff AuD,” with many videos on hearing health and reviews of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology.
Hearing Aid Buying Guide by Consumer Reports (January, 2019).
Hearingtracker.com provides reviews on hearing aids and technology.

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