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How to stay fit and healthy is common knowledge:<\/span> eat the right kinds of food, take part in some regular exercise, and quit smoking. But do you know how to take care of your hearing? It\u2019s just as important but is often neglected. That\u2019s why this month, in celebration of World Hearing Day<\/a> on March 3, we thought we\u2019d share our top 10 tips for keeping your hearing in good shape. <\/span><\/p>\n

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1) Be aware of the noise around you<\/b><\/h4>\n

Did you know that any sounds above 85 decibels (dB) can permanently damage your hearing? Your lawnmower comes in at around 90 dB. Football games can easily get as loud as 100 dB. Being aware of the noise levels around you is the first step towards protecting your hearing health. <\/span><\/p>\n

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2) Listen to music at a reasonable volume<\/b><\/h4>\n

But what is a reasonable volume? Most MP3 players can get as loud as <\/span>100-115 dB, enough to do your hearing significant damage. The 60\/60 rule is a good one to follow to make sure you can enjoy your music and look after your hearing. Listen to your music at 60% of the maximum volume of your MP3 player and for no longer than 60 minutes a day. <\/span><\/p>\n

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3) Wear headphones that block out surrounding noise<\/b><\/h4>\n

When you\u2019ve got your headphones on, listening to your MP3 player or watching something on your cell, it\u2019s easy to turn the volume up as the noise around you gets louder. This puts you at risk of going over the safe volume limit. Investing in a pair of noise-canceling headphones or muff-style headphones will help you to avoid doing this. <\/span><\/p>\n

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4) Keep some ear protection on you<\/b><\/h4>\n

You can be exposed to noisy situations at home, work, or socially. Power tools, lawnmowers, fireworks, football games, and music concerts are all places where noise levels can get high enough to damage your hearing. So it\u2019s important to always have some ear protection on you such as earplugs, ear molds, ear muffs, noise-canceling headphones, or wadding. <\/span><\/p>\n

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5) Wear head protection <\/b><\/h4>\n

Head injuries are a leading cause of damage to the inner ear, which leads to hearing loss. If you are taking part in football, baseball, or other sporting activities where there is potential for head injuries, make sure you always wear a helmet. The same goes if you are working in construction or other similar jobs. <\/span><\/p>\n

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6) Keep your ears warm<\/b><\/h4>\n

Cold weather reduces the blood flow to your ears, which increases the chances of ear infection. So if you\u2019re going on vacation to colder climates, make sure you keep your ears warm with a hat or ear muffs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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7) Protect your ears at work<\/b><\/h4>\n

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, around 30 million Americans are exposed to dangerous noise levels at work. Make sure you know your rights and ask for adequate ear protection from your employer. <\/span><\/p>\n

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8) Make healthy lifestyle choices<\/b><\/h4>\n

Smoking, poor nutrition, cardiovascular disease, stress, and anxiety can all negatively impact your hearing health. While it can be hard to avoid stress and anxiety altogether, you can try eating more healthily, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking. <\/span><\/p>\n

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9) Listen to your ears<\/b><\/h4>\n

Your ears will often let you know when there is something wrong. Whooshing, whistling, or rushing sounds are all signs that you should rest your ears. Take a break from the noisy environment you\u2019re in and move to a quieter area.<\/span><\/p>\n

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10) Get your hearing health checked<\/b><\/h4>\n

Just as you get your eyes, teeth, and general health checked, it\u2019s important to get your hearing checked too. This ensures that any hearing problems are detected early, reducing the chances of further damage and helping you enjoy better hearing health sooner with appropriate treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n

At Selective Hearing, Dr. Ashley Thom,<\/a> our experienced Audiologist in Louisiana, can provide you with a thorough hearing assessment, as well as expert advice on how you can best look after your hearing. To book your hearing evaluation in Lafayette or Crowley, simply <\/span>click here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

How to stay fit and healthy is common knowledge: eat the right kinds of food, take part in some regular exercise, and quit smoking. But do you know how to take care of your hearing? It\u2019s just as important but is often neglected. That\u2019s why this month, in celebration of World Hearing Day on March …<\/p>\n

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