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[raghavanpk]

Many cases of hearing loss or deafness are not preventable; however it is very important to realize that hearing loss caused by loud noise can be prevented. The only cause that can be prevented is noise-induced hearing loss. There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of this type of hearing loss.

The intensity of sound is measured in units called decibels, and any sounds over 80 decibels are considered hazardous with prolonged exposure. These include things like loud music, sirens and engines.
At construction sites power tools such as jackhammers, grinders and blowers, thunder during lightening, crackers during festivals etc are also harmful.

To reduce the risk of permanent hearing damage, you can:

Turn down the volume on your stereo, TV, and especially the headset on your music player.

Wear earplugs if you're going to a loud concert or other event (you'll still hear the music).

Special protective earmuffs are a good idea if you operate a power tool such as concrete breaker or lawn mower or leaf blower, or at a particularly loud event, like a car race.

Inserting cotton in the ear doesn't provide enough protection.

See your doctor right away if you suspect any problems with your hearing, and get your hearing tested on a regular basis.

Many cases of hearing loss or deafness are not preventable; however it is very important to realize that hearing loss caused by loud noise can be prevented. The only cause that can be prevented is noise-induced hearing loss. There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of this type of hearing loss.

The intensity of sound is measured in units called decibels, and any sounds over 80 decibels are considered hazardous with prolonged exposure. These include things like loud music, sirens and engines.
At construction sites power tools such as jackhammers, grinders and blowers, thunder during lightening, crackers during festivals etc are also harmful.

To reduce the risk of permanent hearing damage, you can:

Turn down the volume on your stereo, TV, and especially the headset on your music player.

Wear earplugs if you're going to a loud concert or other event (you'll still hear the music).

Special protective earmuffs are a good idea if you operate a power tool such as concrete breaker or lawn mower or leaf blower, or at a particularly loud event, like a car race.

Inserting cotton in the ear doesn't provide enough protection.

See your doctor right away if you suspect any problems with your hearing, and get your hearing tested on a regular basis.

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