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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Hearing Loss

May 2, 2017
23:02

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Quick takeaways

  • Hearing loss can significantly impact a person's ability to connect and communicate as they age, leading to a decrease in their overall quality of life.
  • Exposure to loud noises from smartphones and headphones can contribute to the increasing prevalence of hearing loss, and it is important to take steps to protect one's hearing by reducing volume levels and using ear protection in loud environments.

Deep dives

The Impact of Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is a significant issue that affects millions of people, particularly as they age. It can have a profound impact on people's ability to connect and communicate, leading to a decrease in their overall quality of life. Many people are unaware of the gradual onset of hearing loss, often only noticing when speech becomes difficult to understand or sounds become muffled. Modern lifestyle factors, such as constant exposure to loud noises from smartphones and headphones, contribute to the increasing prevalence of hearing loss.

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