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Category: Noise Exposure
Safe Listening With Headphones: How to Prevent Hearing Damage
Headphones are part of everyday life—music, podcasts, work calls, gaming. Used the right way, they’re safe. Used the wrong way, they can cause permanent noise‑induced hearing loss (NIHL) and...
If Your Ears Are Ringing Right Now: Do This Get to a quiet place—leave the loud environment. Give your ears rest—avoid headphones and loud sounds for 24–48 hours (safe...
Best Hearing Protection for Motorcyclists: Reduce Wind Noise
The biggest threat to a rider’s hearing isn’t the engine—it’s wind noise rushing around the helmet. Sustained exposure at highway speeds can quickly exceed safe limits, leading to...
Should you invest in custom-molded earplugs, or are store-bought foam plugs good enough? Here’s what you need to know from both a comfort and protection standpoint. Why the Right Earplugs...
Mandatory workplace hearing tests protect employees from noise‑induced hearing loss and help employers comply with OSHA rules. Here’s what they are, who needs them, and what to expect. ...