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24
May 2021
Harrogate hospital will not reopen walk-in service for hearing aid clinic
Harrogate District Hospital will not reopen its hearing aid repair clinic as a walk-in service despite the easing of coronavirus restrictions.
The clinic closed its doors to become a postal-only service early on in the pandemic, a move which has now become permanent.
Hospital bosses said the change had been well received by patients.
If the audiology team is unable to resolve a problem remotely then they will offer a short repair appointment. The team will not be able to help anyone without an appointment.
Anyone who needs a repair or new equipment should call 01423 553320 or send the team an email.
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This postal-only service has been in place for many years in Ripon, York and Scarborough. It brings Harrogate into line with the wider service.
Christine Brindle, the lead audiologist at the hospital, said:
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