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How Noise Affects Hearing
Prolonged exposure to loud sounds can fatigue and damage the delicate sensory cells in your inner ear. This leads to symptoms like:
- Tinnitus (ringing or buzzing)
- Temporary or progressive hearing loss
- Difficulty understanding speech, especially high-pitched sounds
Once these cells are permanently damaged, hearing cannot be fully restored — making prevention critical.
What Is Safe Listening?
Safe listening means enjoying sound without harming your hearing. According to WHO guidelines, keep recreational noise exposure under:
80 dB for up to 40 hours per week for adults
75 dB for children
Safe listening practices include:
- Turning down the volume on personal audio devices
- Limiting time spent in noisy environments
- Taking regular breaks to give your ears rest
- Using noise-monitoring features on devices
Recreational Noise Hazards
Modern lifestyles expose us to dangerous sound levels at:
Nightclubs, concerts, sporting events
Fitness classes, cinemas, and restaurants
Prolonged headphone use at unsafe volumes
” These activities pose a significant risk of permanent hearing loss — especially if volume and duration are not controlled. “
How to Minimise Risk
You can protect your hearing by following these simple tips:
Keep volume low
Personal devices should stay below 60% volume.
Limit exposure
Reduce time spent around loud sounds.
Take breaks
Rest your ears every hour when in noisy places.
Stay alert to early signs
Trouble hearing conversations or persistent ringing are red flags.
Use Hearing Protection
When avoiding loud sound isn’t possible, use protective gear:
Earplugs
Soft, compact, and customizable; reduce noise by 15–30 dB
Earmuffs
Cover both ears, ideal for industrial or high-noise environments
Double protection
Use both for extreme noise levels (105+ dB)
Smart Habits for Lifelong Hearing
Your Hearing, Your Responsibility
Protecting your hearing starts with awareness and action. At Denoc, we’re committed to helping you enjoy sound safely and confidently. Speak to our audiologists about custom ear protection, safe listening tips, and early hearing loss screenings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use earplugs or noise-cancelling earmuffs in loud settings like concerts, clubs, or while using power tools. If you can’t carry hearing protection, take regular breaks and stand away from speakers to reduce exposure. Remember: if you have to shout to be heard, it’s too loud.
Keep the volume at or below 60% and limit listening to under 40 hours per week at safe levels. If someone sitting next to you can hear your music, it’s too loud. Use devices with safe listening features to monitor and control exposure.
If you’re regularly exposed to noise at work or during recreation, schedule a hearing test once a year. Early detection of hearing loss helps prevent further damage and ensures you take timely action.