5 Tips for Safeguarding Ear Health
Hearing problems don’t just happen to the very old. Boomers, as well as their parents, need to pay attention to ear health. Working with your healthcare provider to prevent hearing loss is important to lower the risk of problems down the road. Considering the importance of ear maintenance, I felt we should seek some medical advice about what we should and should not do to have a better chance of maintaining our hearing.
Leah Korkis, BSN, RN, who is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in nursing as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in both adult and geriatric care, generously agreed to educate us. Leah currently works at UCLA Health where she cares for adults and geriatric patients.
Leah tells me that a little effort can go a long way to keeping our ears in good shape. Below are her five top tips:
Keep it Down in There!
Loud noises can harm hearing. The golden rule for preventing noise-induced hearing loss is the 60/60 Rule. For example, listen to your music at no more than 60% of the maximum volume for no more than 60 minutes a day. By avoiding loud sounds for prolonged periods of time, it…
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