Twenty Thousand Hertz

Hearing Loss: What causes it and how to prevent it

May 2, 2017
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INSIGHT

Hearing Loss Prevalence

  • Hearing loss affects a significant portion of the population, especially as people age.
  • It's often an invisible issue with profound impacts on communication and quality of life.
ADVICE

Protecting Your Hearing

  • Be mindful of volume levels, especially with earbuds and in noisy environments.
  • If someone three feet away is inaudible, your sound is too loud.
INSIGHT

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

  • Noisy environments cause temporary hearing shifts, making sounds muffled with potential buzzing.
  • This "noise hangover" can include fatigue, headaches, and last for days.
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