Listen Carefully

Nevada

Conversations are happening across the country to ensure safe, quality hearing assistance is available to those who need it. Check below to see what’s happening in Nevada.

Did you know?

13% of Nevada's population has some form of hearing loss.

Past consumer protection action

January 14, 2022. NAAG Responds to FDA’s Comment Request on New Over-The-Counter Hearing Aid Rules.

“In response to a request for comments from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding new rules regulating over-the-counter hearing aids, NAAG submitted comments encouraging the FDA to take the below steps to ensure that states maintain a role as regulators in this emerging market.”

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May 12, 2021. Attorney General Ford Cautions Consumers to Watch Out for Deceptive Sales Tactics Related to Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids.

“Although these devices are easier to obtain than traditional hearing aids, consumers should be aware that no over-the-counter hearing aid has received FDA approval,” said AG Ford. “Nevadans, always remember to do your research before purchasing and to be suspicious of deals that seem too good to be true.”

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