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Taking Care of Your Hearing Aids
Tips and Research Information

From Marian Anne Eure, About.com Guide

Updated March 17, 2004

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  • Keep hearing aids away from heat and moisture.
  • Replace dead batteries immediately.
  • Clean hearing aids as instructed.
  • Do not use hairspray or other hair care products while wearing hearing aids.
  • Turn off hearing aids when they are not in use.
  • Keep replacement batteries and small aids away from children and pets.
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