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Photo credit: Thirdman by Daniel Fink, MD, Chair, The Quiet Coalition This "Ask Well" column in The New York Times tries to answer the question, “Are earbuds damaging my hearing?” To me, the answer is clear: "Yes!” I am quoted extensively in the column, which appeared...
Marine noise may harm lobsters, says Dr. Daniel Fink. He points us to a study showing lobsters living near busy shipping lanes have damage to an organ that controls balance.
99% Invisible looks at city noise and its impact on our health via interviews with a design critic, academics, and a sound designer who wants a more thoughtful approach to sound.
Sound waves might damage soldiers’ brains. Not surprising given that animal studies report structural, genetic, and biochemical changes to brains exposed to loud noise.
It’s surprisingly easy for headphones to damage hearing, says Dr. Daniel Fink. So when will someone intervene to stop the potential future epidemic of hearing loss?
Portable listening devices are too loud and they will damage hearing. What will it take to get regulators to protect young peoples’ hearing?
This new year resolve to avoid products that damage health (even when used as directed)! Click here to see what you should avoid to protect your hearing.
Noise exposure directly damages rat brains. Can it harm humans? Of course, but you can protect yourself by avoiding loud noise.
Can Subway Noise Damage Your Hearing? The short answer is yes, and subway station design influences the noise level.