{"id":10181,"date":"2023-01-05T23:11:10","date_gmt":"2023-01-06T07:11:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/househearing.com\/?p=10181"},"modified":"2023-05-17T11:54:49","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T18:54:49","slug":"ways-to-protect-your-hearing-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/househearing.com\/ways-to-protect-your-hearing-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways To Protect Your Hearing This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Exposure to loud noise is one of the leading causes of hearing loss<\/a>. Whether it\u2019s through working in a noisy environment like construction or attending a rock concert at Mechanics Bank Arena, there are many activities that put your hearing at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there are several steps you can take to protect your ears and prioritize your hearing health this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Loud Is Too Loud?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Noise levels don\u2019t have to be extremely loud before they get to the range where they can cause damage. Research has determined that overexposure to noise at or above 85 dBA can cause permanent hearing loss<\/a>. For reference that\u2019s roughly equivalent to the volume of city traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loud noise can cause hearing loss because it can damage the hair cells of your inner ear. Once these cells are damaged, they cannot be repaired or regenerated. Enough damage can lead to permanent hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities That Can Cause Hearing Loss <\/h2>\n\n\n
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Many common activities reach volume levels that can damage your hearing. Some examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n