Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) impacts 5.2 million children and teens NIHL affects roughly 26 million adults Sustained exposure to 85 decibels (dB) or more can lead to NIHL Intermittent exposure to ...

Ever go to the movies or a rock concert and been blasted by the sound? You may not realize it while it's happening, but ongoing exposure to loud sounds at these venues can damage your hearing. Our ...

Loud noises in the workplace can lead to permanent hearing loss among workers. Banging, drilling and other mechanical processes can produce loud noises that can damage a person’s eardrum. The types of ...

Many Americans don’t worry about hearing damage because they don’t think they’re in loud neighborhoods. But the truth is live concerts and sirens aren’t the only threats. Experts recommend avoiding ...