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Why are noise exposure guidelines so complex
Eichwald J , Themann CL , Kardous CCA , Carroll Y .
Hear J 2022 75 (10) 18-21

Almost all noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is preventable. However, once acquired, NIHL is permanent and irreversible. In addition to hearing loss, evidence shows that prolonged or repeated exposure to high levels of noise is associated with other health effects, such as heart disease, hypertension, and insomnia. 1 The World Health Organization (WHO) 2 and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) 3 attest that exposure to loud sounds (noises) adversely affects the lives of millions of people at home, at work, and in the community. If just 20% of NIHL was prevented among working-age individuals, $123 billion could be obtained from increased earnings, an economic impact excluding costs associated with health care, special education, and reduced quality of life. 4 Noise is the most common modifiable environmental cause of hearing loss among young and middle-aged adults, and the most common self-reported cause of hearing loss among men. 5
Why are noise exposure guidelines so complex?
Eichwald J , Themann CL , Kardous CCA , Carroll Y .
Hear J 2022 75 (10) 18-21

Almost all noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is preventable. However, once acquired, NIHL is permanent and irreversible. In addition to hearing loss, evidence shows that prolonged or repeated exposure to high levels of noise is associated with other health effects, such as heart disease, hypertension, and insomnia. 1 The World Health Organization (WHO) 2 and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) 3 attest that exposure to loud sounds (noises) adversely affects the lives of millions of people at home, at work, and in the community. If just 20% of NIHL was prevented among working-age individuals, $123 billion could be obtained from increased earnings, an economic impact excluding costs associated with health care, special education, and reduced quality of life. 4 Noise is the most common modifiable environmental cause of hearing loss among young and middle-aged adults, and the most common self-reported cause of hearing loss among men. 5
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