Prevent Noise-Induced and Sensorineural Hearing Loss

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Steps taken now against noise-induced and sensorineural hearing loss can reduce the need for a hearing aid later. No matter your age, avoid the sounds that damage ears. Ordinary conversation and the sound of a hair dryer are safe. Gunshots, jackhammers, and fireworks are not.

To learn more about ear protection and occupational hearing protection, speak with an audiologist at Audiology Associates of Westchester. We see patients from Greenwich, CT as well as Scarsdale, Mt. Kisco, White Plains, Harrison & Rye, NY.

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Hearing Protection - Tips to Keep In Mind

Did you know?

48 million people in the U.S. have trouble hearing with one (or both) of their ears and approximately 15% have noise-induced hearing loss because of loud work or leisure environments. While hearing loss cannot always be prevented, hearing loss due to exposure to loud noises is completely avoidable.

Loudness is measured decibels (dB), and over time, any sound that is 85 decibels or higher can cause hearing loss — or other hearing problems, such as tinnitus. The louder a sound is, and the longer you listen to it, the more it can damage your hearing. Here are some tips on how you can protect your ears and prevent hearing loss:

Turn the volume down when you are watching television or listening to the radio.

When you are surrounded by loud noises, walk away and take a break to reduce your exposure.

Give your hearing about 18 hours to recover after exposure to lots of loud noise.

Use hearing protection devices (such as earplugs and earmuffs) when you cannot avoid loud sounds.

Have your hearing tested as soon as possible if you're worried you might be losing your hearing.

Intensities of Common Sounds in Decibels

See this guide created by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (NIOSH/CDC) for more details about acceptable exposure times for types of sounds:

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