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NHS Rations Hearing-Aid Batteries Amid Energizer Shortage

1/27/2026

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Delivery delays from Energizer have created a hearing-aid battery shortage, prompting the National Health Service (NHS) to ration supplies for Deaf individuals.
Hospitals and General Practitioner (GP) practices are rationing batteries, requiring patients to visit more frequently, sometimes weekly.
The NHS is limiting daily allocations to ensure fair distribution.
The NHS expects to resolve the issue by March 16.

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Story summary

Delivery delays from Energizer have created a hearing-aid battery shortage, prompting the National Health Service (NHS) to ration supplies for Deaf individuals.
Hospitals and General Practitioner (GP) practices are rationing batteries, requiring patients to visit more frequently, sometimes weekly.
The NHS is limiting daily allocations to ensure fair distribution.
The NHS expects to resolve the issue by March 16.