Life Kit A head-to-toe check-in for the fall
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Sep 4, 2025 
Andy Tegel, a Life Kit reporter, curates essential health insights for a fall refresh. He taps experts like audiologists and dermatologists to discuss the rise of noise-induced hearing loss among youth, stressing the importance of protective measures. Listeners learn about optimal dental and foot care as seasons change, alongside tips for choosing the right footwear. A dermatologist shares skincare secrets for the fall, emphasizing effective bathing routines. Get ready to check in with your body and prioritize your well-being this autumn!
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Protect Your Hearing Proactively
- Protect your ears around loud sounds and carry earplugs for prolonged exposure situations like concerts or subways.
- Keep personal audio volume at about 60% or lower to reduce risk of noise-induced hearing loss.
Hearing Loss Alters Brain Processing
- Noise-induced hearing loss often occurs gradually from damage to tiny hair cells that send sound to the brain.
- Hearing loss reduces the brain's ability to filter speech from background noise, causing muffled conversations and tinnitus.
Screen Strain Is Blink And Distance Problem
- Digital eye strain mainly comes from reduced blinking and extended near focus, not necessarily blue light damage to the retina.
- Getting outdoors and looking far can relax eyes and may slow nearsightedness, especially in children.