The power of hearing: are you listening?

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Fireworks can lead to hearing loss

If you are planning to celebrate the 4th of July in the U.S. by shooting off fireworks or perhaps watching a fireworks display on the 14th of July in France, be aware of your hearing! Even though fireworks are thrilling, the sound pressure from fireworks can lead to hearing damage when protection is not used. […]

Hearing Protection for Enjoying Fireworks – Especially for Infants and Children

Beltone of the Tri-Cities reminds families to be safe when enjoying Fourth of July fireworks by packing ear protection for each family member and remaining a safe distance away. As your family gets ready to enjoy fireworks next week on July 4th, Beltone of the Tri-Cities would like to remind everyone that it only takes […]

Nearly 30 Million Brazilians suffer from hearing problems

Hearing problems like tinnitus and deafness will only increase in Brazil, according to studies. According to studies by the World Health Organization (WHO), 28 million of the 190 million Brazilians have hearing problems, a number corresponding to 14% of the Brazilian population. Read the whole article on Hear-it.org

Korg introduces Crescendo to the Japanese market

[Review] Now available in Japan! Crescendo hearing protection designed specifically for musicians and music lovers Read full review at Digiland (Japanese) Read full review at Digiland (English – Google Translate) New Crescendo hearing protection products available for different situations. For a better night’s sleep, for on an airplane or on the dance floor. Read full […]

Reduced hearing, reduced work rate

A larger study, carried out among employed Danes with hearing loss, shows that hearing loss in the workplace can lead to a greater physical and psychological burden when hearing aids are not used. 800,000 Danes are considered to have reduced hearing to a greater or lesser extent. A large portion of this group are at […]

Loud music damages the nerves in the brain

Loud music on headphones has the same effect on nerves as multiple sclerosis and causes hearing loss. Loud music damages the nerves in the brain Loud music played on earphones causes hearing loss by having a similar effect on nerves as multiple sclerosis, research finds. The research shows that noise levels above 110 decibels strip […]