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Ontario to Allow over-the-Counter Hearing Aids for Sale in the Province
The change would add a more convenient option for people with mild to moderate hearing loss and would not replace prescription coverage.
- On Tuesday, Ontario announced plans to allow over-the-counter hearing aids for residents with mild hearing loss as part of the province's Health Innovation Pathway.
- Following a 30-day consultation period held in April, the government will include a legislative change in the fall economic update to enable the sale of these devices.
- Health Canada has already licensed certain wireless earbuds featuring hearing aid capabilities; once regulatory changes pass, manufacturers can activate these features on devices sold in Ontario.
- Minister for Seniors and Accessibility Raymond Cho said, "Having over-the-counter options gives people personal choice and access to the professional care and coverage that they need whenever necessary." Health Minister Sylvia Jones emphasized increased flexibility.
- This new measure will not replace existing prescription models or coverage, ensuring residents retain full access to professional audiology services alongside the new over-the-counter devices.
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