Imagine not being able to hear clearly or hear anything at
all. Most people think that hearing loss is for the aging generations only, but
this is not so. Younger people are losing their hearing too. Health Briefs TV
relays tip for preventing hearing loss.
There are many ways in which hearing can change throughout
life.
- Loud music a concerts, music festivals and in nightclubs affects hearing later on.
- Most people use ear buds with their smart phones to take calls or listen to music tend to turn the volume up.
- People who work with loud industrial equipment or at airports where jets takes off and land are subjected to a loud work environment.
Recent research has found that hearing loss in adolescents
increased by 31 percent from 1988 to 2005, according to the National Health and
Nutrition Examination Survey. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to prevent
hearing loss.
- When going to a concert or music festival, do not stand or take a seat anywhere near the speakers. Sit back far enough from them to still see and enjoy the show.
- Wear ear plugs if you prefer to be closer to the stage. You can still hear and hear well and are still protecting your ears.
- If working in a loud environment, ask management for ear plugs. By law, employers have to offer ear protection if a job requires it.
- Medication and injury can also cause hearing loss.
Health Briefs TV also suggests getting a hearing test every
year. This is a good idea for people who are getting older. Clean ear wax from
ears as often as needed. Once hearing diminishes and is gone, it never comes
back. Hearing aids are often used, and while there are several options, none
give the user the hearing they once had. Background noise is not filtered the
way it is naturally. Therefore, all noise is amplified with a hearing aid.
Cochlear implants are another option, though expensive, may not work.
The best way to prevent hearing loss is to protect your ears
whenever possible.
