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Get ready to raise awareness and protect your hearing this October, as it is National Protect Your Hearing Month! This month-long observance was first established in 1978 by the American Academy of Audiology to educate people about the importance of preventing hearing loss and maintaining good ear health. Did you know that loud noises are one of the leading causes of hearing damage? So let's take some time this month to learn more about how we can protect our ears and enjoy all the sounds life has to offer.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1871</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ear Protection Patented</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first ear protection device, known as ear defenders, was patented to protect ears from loud, harmful noises.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1904</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Audiometer Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first audiometer, a machine used to evaluate hearing loss, was introduced, marking a significant advancement in audiology.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1944</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Noise Pollution Control Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Noise Pollution Control Act was enacted by the US government emphasizing the importance of noise control for hearing health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1968</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Digital Hearing Aid</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first digital hearing aid was developed, revolutionizing how hearing loss is managed and treated.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Protect Your Hearing Month Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Academy of Audiology established October as National Protect Your Hearing Month to raise awareness about hearing health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cochlear Implants Approved by FDA</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Food and Drug Administration approved the first cochlear implant, a device that provides a sense of sound to a person with severe hearing loss.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a silent disco</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a silent disco where everyone dances to music played through headphones instead of loud speakers. This is a fun and unique way to celebrate while also protecting your hearing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a personalized playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a playlist of songs that have a special meaning to you or bring back happy memories. This way, you can enjoy your favorite tunes without risking damage to your hearing by blasting them too loud.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a concert with earplugs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you love live music, make sure to protect your hearing by wearing earplugs. You can still enjoy the music but at a safer volume level. Plus, many musicians now sell their own branded earplugs at concerts as a way to promote hearing protection.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a break from loud environments</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you work in a noisy environment or frequent loud bars and clubs, make sure to take breaks and give your ears a rest. This can help prevent long-term damage to your hearing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate others about hearing protection</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about the importance of protecting your hearing by organizing a seminar or workshop at your workplace or community center. You can also share information on social media to reach a wider audience.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prevents hearing loss</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Protect Your Hearing Month serves as a reminder to take care of our ears and prevent damage that can lead to hearing loss. By being mindful of our listening habits and protecting our ears from loud noises, we can preserve our ability to hear for years to come.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This month also brings attention to the importance of hearing protection and educating others about the potential risks and consequences of not taking care of our hearing. By spreading awareness, we can encourage others to take action and protect their own hearing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages proactive behavior</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Protect Your Hearing Month reminds us to be proactive about our hearing health. It encourages us to schedule regular hearing check-ups, invest in earplugs or earmuffs when necessary, and make necessary lifestyle changes to protect our hearing. By being proactive, we can prevent potential hearing problems in the future.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hearing loss is the third most common chronic health condition in the US</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition in the US, making it more prevalent than diabetes or cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Loud music can reach dangerous levels</h3><p class='facts-content'>Listening to music at full volume on headphones can reach a level of over 100dB, which can cause permanent damage after just 15 minutes of exposure per day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent and irreversible</h3><p class='facts-content'>Once the sensitive hair cells inside the ear are damaged by loud noises, they can't be repaired and the loss of hearing this causes is permanent.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Almost half of all cases of hearing loss are preventable</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the World Health Organization, around 49% of cases of hearing loss are preventable with the right precautions, such as reducing exposure to loud noises.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tinnitus is a common symptom of damage to the ears</h3><p class='facts-content'>Tinnitus, a condition characterized by constant ringing in the ears, is often the first sign of damage and an early warning that the ears have been exposed to too much loud noise.</p></div></div>
National Protect Your Hearing Month is celebrated on October 1st every year. In 2024 National Protect Your Hearing Month will occur on a Tuesday.
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