Loud Noises and Hearing
Noise is an unavoidable part of everyday life. From the hum of your refrigerator to normal conversation to sirens, we live in a noisy world. Most sounds and noises that we regularly experience in our environment occur at safe levels that do not harm our hearing. However, loud noises, even those experienced for a brief time, can be harmful and even cause temporary or permanent hearing damage. There are things you should know about noise and how it can impact your hearing.