{"id":31427,"date":"2022-06-01T15:33:59","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T19:33:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/losgatosaudiology.com\/?p=31427"},"modified":"2022-06-20T15:42:58","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T19:42:58","slug":"dealing-with-noise-pollution-in-your-neighborhood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/losgatosaudiology.com\/dealing-with-noise-pollution-in-your-neighborhood\/","title":{"rendered":"Dealing with Noise Pollution in Your Neighborhood"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are exposed to different types of noise at varying levels throughout the day. We often normalize noise without realizing that it poses a subtle risk to hearing health. Noise pollution describes everyday noises that can be harmful to one\u2019s hearing. From traffic, to household appliances, and construction sites; this noise exposure can be impacting you in ways that you are unaware of. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 30 million people in the U.S. are exposed to hazardous levels of noise on a regular basis. This can impact health in a variety of ways including contributing to stress, lack of sleep, and the development of hearing loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Sources of Noise Pollution\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts suggest that noise pollution is a public health risk that requires greater attention. So what are common sources of noise pollution in your neighborhood that could be impacting your health? Well, a few common sources include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Household Appliances: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">numerous household appliances create high levels of noise. This includes lawn mowers, leaf blowers, power tools, vacuum cleaners etc.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Traffic: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this is especially present if you live in a city and are regularly exposed to city traffic. This includes sounds from major highways, horns, sirens from emergency vehicles etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Environmental noise: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">other types of environmental noise in a neighborhood includes car alarms, dogs barking, heavy machinery from construction sites, airport related noises etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Social activities and events: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">noise from restaurants, bars, concerts etc. nearby is also another common source of noise pollution.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it is industrial activity, domestic machinery, or traffic related &#8211; noise pollution is part of our daily lives and the environments we navigate regularly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Impact of Noise Pollution\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though we are accustomed to dealing with noise pollution, it can actually impact health in several ways. Regular exposure to noise pollution can contribute to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise induced hearing loss: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one time or consistently exposure to loud noise can damage the hair cells in the inner ear. These sensory cells play a critical role in how sound is absorbed and processed. They convert incoming sound waves into electrical signals when they get carried to the brain. The brain is then able to process and assign meaning to these signals which allows us to understand what we hear. Loud noise can desensitize hair cells, preventing them from performing their essential function and causing hearing loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tinnitus: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">commonly referred to as \u201cringing in the ears\u201d, tinnitus is the experience of hearing a buzzing or ringing like noise in one or both ears when no external sound is actually present. Tinnitus can have multifaceted effects including hearing challenges, preventing sleep, concentration, and contributing to fatigue as well as irritability.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor sleep: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">exposure to noise pollution can also take a toll on sleep. It can be difficult to initiate and maintain quality sleep. Lack of sleep produces fatigue and makes it challenging to complete daily tasks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These effects can be harmful for health and wellness. It is important to take inventory of the types and levels of noise you are regularly exposed to as well as take steps to mitigate the effects of noise pollution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips to Protect Your Hearing Health\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several ways you can protect your hearing health from the potential effects of noise pollution. A few tips include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear hearing protection: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this includes headphones, earbuds, and earmuffs which provide a protective barrier for the ears. This reduces the amount of noise that is absorbed. Carrying hearing protection allows you to protect your hearing when moving through environments that are noisier.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce exposure: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reduce your exposure to noise as much as possible. You can do this by avoiding construction sites and traffic, maintaining lower volume settings on electronic devices, avoiding environments with lots of background noise etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have hearing tested: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">another useful tip is to have your hearing assessed regularly. Hearing tests involve a painless process that measures your hearing capacity in both ears. This is a great way to track your hearing health and any changes you may experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tips can protect your hearing and overall health from the effects of noise pollution exposure. <a href=\"https:\/\/losgatosaudiology.com\/contact-hearing-clinic-in-los-gatos-ca\/\">Contact us to learn more about protecting your hearing and to schedule an appointment for a hearing aid consultation. <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are exposed to different types of noise at varying levels throughout the day. We often normalize noise without realizing that it poses a subtle risk to hearing health. Noise pollution describes everyday noises that can be harmful to one\u2019s hearing. 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