You might not realise it, but hearing damage and loss are emerging problems all over the world. The World Health Organization reports a 5.3% prevalence of hearing loss globally while a 2018 study in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care reveals that there’s a 6.3% prevalence of hearing impairment in India, making it a key issue for our country to address.
Noise, which is measured in decibels or dB, is one of the biggest factors that contribute to hearing damage and loss. The UK’s National Health Service says that any sound above 85dB for prolonged periods of time can be extremely harmful. The rising dependence on earphones and headphones has led to an increase in the number of people dealing with this health issue.
While this dependence, which is both for personal leisure and professional work performance, cannot be completely bypassed or removed, you can adopt a few good practices that can help you minimise the risk of hearing damage and loss.
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