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The Dangers of Noise Pollution
Even if you’re not always aware of the sound, noise pollution can affect both mental and physical health, and few are aware of the actual impact of this menace on to our wellbeing. How much noise pollution do you encounter on a regular basis? Given that noise pollution doesn't necessarily mean high decibels, it might be harming more than you realize. Moreover, even if you’ve learned to tune it out,...
February 13, 2020
Man's Deafness Cured by 3D Printer
Is there a cure for deafness? A first-ever medical breakthrough holds the answer. In a revolutionary procedure years in the making, a team of doctors in South Africa cured a 35-year-old male of deafness with a - middle ear transplant - , without the need for a live donor! -The procedure was a resounding success and is giving hope to those who have a particular type of deafness. The patient had trauma-induced...
May 15, 2019
Hearing Loss Risks of the iPod Generation – Is the Damage Already Done?
They're everywhere these days. Waiting at the bus stop, head bobbing up and down. On the tube, the hum of noise detectable to those standing close by. Amateur runners, pounding the streets clad in fluorescent gear, focused, yet zoned out. Even desk-bound office workers, typing and staring at computer screens while tuned in. The iPod generation. It's them, it's us, it's -you. The sight of a person wearing...
March 4, 2015