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Hearing Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

8. What can I do to protect my hearing from loud noise?

Noise-induced hearing loss is 100 percent preventable. You can protect your hearing by paying attention to noises above 85 decibels in loudness, which can damage your ears. These include lawnmowers, snowblowers, motorcycles, firecrackers, and loud music.

Protecting Your Hearing

"Protecting Your Hearing" [4 min 12 sec]

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