Loud sounds damage ears!

Listening to loud sounds damages sensory cells in your ears. This can lead to noise-induced hearing loss or ringing in the ear (tinnitus).

 

You could be at risk of noise-induced hearing loss if you regularly:

• work in a noisy place,
• listen to audio over head/earphones,
• visit places with amplified music e.g., nightclubs, concerts, or fitness classes.

 

 

 

 

 

Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent

Hearing loss due to noise cannot be reversed.

People with hearing loss can benefit from hearing devices and rehabilitation services.

 

 

 

 

 

But, noise-induced hearing loss can be prevented!

Safe listening practices can prevent hearing loss. The louder you listen, the shorter the time for listening safely.

By turning the volume down or protecting your ears, you can listen for longer without harming your hearing.

 

 

 

 

Adopt these simple safe listening behaviors:

 

• Keep the volume down

Set your device’s volume level to no more than 60% of maximum.

Use well-fitted, and noise cancelling headphones.

 

• Protect your ears from loud sounds

Wear earplugs in noisy places.

Move away from sources of sound, such as loudspeakers.

 

• Limit time spent engaged in noisy activities

In a noisy place, take regular breaks in a quiet area.

Limit daily use of personal audio devices.

 

• Monitor listening levels

Use apps to monitor your sound exposure.

Choose devices with built-in safe listening features.

 

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