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Hearing
Loss
While it is true
that you can not see a hearing loss, it is nonetheless a
serious health issue to those who suffer from it. Hearing
loss affects our Senior population in greater numbers than
it does our younger generation. But hearing loss is not
confined to seniors only. Recent studies indicate that more
and more younger people have some degree of hearing problem.
The increase in numbers can be attributed to teh use of
personal amplifiers such as iPods and CD players. These
devices can cause permanent hearing damage when the volume
is cranked up. There is no medical cure for the type of
noise reduced hearing problem called "nerve type" hearing
problem.
Keeping your iPods and CD players at a low volume level is a
good idea. In areas where noise levels are at a constant
high level, ear plugs should be worn. Remember, once your
hearing is gone, it is gone....FOREVER!
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