Growing up, how many of us were constantly admonished to “turn that down” be it the TV, our music, or something else? More often than not, the justification was that the loud noise would hurt our ears. In many ways,… Read More
Growing up, how many of us were constantly admonished to “turn that down” be it the TV, our music, or something else? More often than not, the justification was that the loud noise would hurt our ears. In many ways,… Read More
Noise pollution is an excess of sound in an environment that harms people’s health. Noise pollution, even at lower levels, can cause people stress, insomnia, and hearing loss! Even for people who are not bothered by the sounds about the… Read More
Human hearing is a fascinating subject that we do not fully understand, despite how far research has come. The brain is the main player when it comes to how well we can hear, and when our ears’ functionality lessens, our… Read More
Sound is an odd thing. It is a subjective measure that determines when sound becomes either music or noise. It is also a personal measure whether one is even aware of an otherwise annoying din. How is it that a… Read More
Depending on where you live noise pollution is the normality in the world today. When you move to a new home at first, you notice trains riding by or airplanes flying overhead but as time goes on these noises become… Read More
When we think of noise pollution, we often think of sounds beyond our home. From the sounds of traffic to construction sites, noise pollution is typically categorized as an external force that can pose negative effects on our ability to… Read More
Noise pollution categorizes some unpleasant sounds around us each day. From honking car horns to vacuum cleaners and construction work, the sounds around us have many impacts on our overall health. For this reason, it is crucial to eliminate as… Read More
Noise pollution is not only a growing concern with the rise of technology, but it is also a common cause of hearing loss. One effective way to reduce the pain and confusion that comes along with hearing loss is to… Read More
A recent study conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and Health unveils a new link between noise pollution, hearing loss, and health risks such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. A division of the… Read More
Noise pollution is a common problem in this day and age. With the issue of hearing loss and hearing aids becoming more prevalent, one way to reduce all the pain and confusion that comes with hearing loss is to reduce… Read More