Hearing Care Column

CONSEQUENCES OF EXCESSIVE NOISE

If you think that hearing loss is the only adverse health outcome that can be expected from exposure to excessively loud noise, you should hear what German researchers have to say. They found that those exposed to jet noise, and especially women, face an elevated risk of stroke, high blood pressure, and heart disease. According to the study, men who are exposed to jet noise have a 69% higher risk of being hospitalized for heart disease, and women living under flight paths experienced an even higher (93%) rate of hospitalization for cardiovascular disease. The study also showed that women exposed to jet noise during the day were 172% more likely to suffer a stroke.

If you would like to learn about the various ways of safeguarding your hearing from hazards of all  kinds, FAMILY HEARING CARE CENTER invites you to ask the people who know, the people who have your best interests at heart—the people at 534 Main Street (Rt. 18), across from the Stetson Bldg. in Weymouth.. We provide comprehensive audiological care in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Don’t put it off any longer. If you think your hearing abilities are less than they once were,  call us at 781-337-1144 to see what we can do for you. Between our commitment to your well-being and our dedicated staff, your hearing is in good hands.

P.S. One study found that women exposed to jet noise at night are twice as likely to develop breast cancer.