Megan Gerhart, Au.D. received her doctorate of audiology from the University of Florida. She has experience helping pediatrics to geriatrics both in private practice and medical models of care. She ...

An estimated 26 million Americans between the ages of 20 and 69 have some form of hearing loss due to exposure to loud noise at work or at play. That’s partly because our suburban and urban lifestyle ...

(BPT) - How likely are you to experience hearing loss because of your job? You may think you're safe if your job doesn't involve operating noisy machinery, but hearing loss can occur whenever you're ...

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) impacts 5.2 million children and teens NIHL affects roughly 26 million adults Sustained exposure to 85 decibels (dB) or more can lead to NIHL Intermittent exposure to ...

One of the most difficult-to-understand terms for newcomers (and even experienced enthusiasts) in audio and sound reproduction is the decibel, partly because it’s a measure of relative intensity or ...

Have you ever wondered why listening to rainfall is so relaxing? With the exception of thunderstorms, rainfall typically measures around 50 dBA. In addition, rain emits a sound that is similar to ...

Whether it's during a workout, on the bus or simply tuning into your favorite music playlist, headphone usage is everywhere.But experts warn that what many see ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Lauren Dragan Lauren Dragan writes about audio tech and OTC hearing aids. She ...

After struggling to create a lively downtown that balances revelers’ music with residents’ peace, the city commission last week adopted noise limits it hopes are more easily enforced than its old ...

A report by tech guide The Wirecutter tries out thirty headphones for children. — -- Some headphones marketed for children may not restrict enough noise for young ears, according to a new report ...