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USA: New Policy for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids – September/October 2022

USA: New Policy for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids – September/October 2022

  • 2022-09-27 07:07:49

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) established a new regulatory category for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. The new policy will redefine OTC hearing aids and change the current rules as well as modify the obsolete old rules. FDA believes this method will ensure the OTC hearing aids with innovative technology provide reasonable safety and effectiveness, while promoting public health.

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MDR: MDCG 2022-12 - Harmonized Administrative Practices and Alternative Technical Solutions until Eudamed is Fully Functional (for IVDR) – August 2022

MDR: MDCG 2022-12 - Harmonized Administrative Practices and Alternative Technical Solutions until Eudamed is Fully Functional (for IVDR) – August 2022

  • 2022-08-31 05:37:18

MDCG 2022-12 provides guidance to Member States and other relevant parties on the application of certain IVDR provisions during the absence of Eudamed. This guidance intends to describe harmonized administrative practices and alternative technical solutions for the exchange of information until Eudamed becomes fully functional.

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