{"id":623,"date":"2020-06-26T08:32:20","date_gmt":"2020-06-25T23:32:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/4-tips-to-protect-your-hearing-health-during-fourth-of-july-fireworks\/"},"modified":"2020-12-01T11:13:26","modified_gmt":"2020-12-01T02:13:26","slug":"4-tips-to-protect-your-hearing-health-during-fourth-of-july-fireworks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/hearing-loss\/4-tips-to-protect-your-hearing-health-during-fourth-of-july-fireworks\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Protect Your Hearing Health During Fourth of July Fireworks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"rte\" style=\"line-height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Isnt_it_hard_to_imagine_Independence_day_without_fireworks\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> \nIsn\u2019t it hard to imagine Independence day without fireworks?\n<\/a><ul><li><ul><li><a href=\"#As_much_of_the_US_starts_to_shift_back_to_normalcy_some_cities_are_still_planning_to_hold_4th_of_July_fireworks_and_festivals_despite_restrictions_on_large_gatherings\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.1<\/span> \nAs much of the US starts to shift back to normalcy, some cities are still planning to hold 4th of July fireworks and festivals, despite restrictions on large gatherings.\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#While_the_colorful_and_exciting_pyrotechnics_are_fun_to_watch_its_important_to_consider_their_potential_for_harm_or_long-term_damage_to_our_hearing_health_Close_proximity_or_prolonged_exposure_to_fireworks_can_rupture_the_eardrum_and_damage_critical_bones_in_the_middle_ear_temporarily_or_sometimes_even_permanently_resulting_in_hearing_loss_While_you_may_not_notice_the_damage_done_right_away_the_damage_will_gradually_take_its_toll_Over_time_you_may_notice_a_difficulty_in_understanding_conversations_watching_TV_and_other_hearing_dependent_activities\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.2<\/span> \nWhile the colorful and exciting pyrotechnics are fun to watch, it\u2019s important to consider their potential for harm or long-term damage to our hearing health. Close proximity or prolonged exposure to fireworks can rupture the eardrum and damage critical bones in the middle ear, temporarily, or sometimes even permanently, resulting in hearing loss. While you may not notice the damage done right away, the damage will gradually take its toll. Over time you may notice a difficulty in understanding conversations, watching TV, and other hearing dependent activities.\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#In_this_article_we_will_cover_the_importance_of_protecting_your_hearing_during_fireworks_and_share_some_tips_to_do_so\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.3<\/span> In this article, we will cover the importance of protecting your hearing during fireworks, and share some tips to do so.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_Can_Fireworks_Damage_Your_Hearing\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> How Can Fireworks Damage Your Hearing?<\/a><ul><li><ul><li><a href=\"#According_to_the_National_Institute_of_Health_NIH_at_least_10_million_adults_in_the_US_under_age_70_8211_perhaps_as_many_as_40_million_8211_have_hearing_loss_in_one_or_both_ears_from_exposure_to_loud_noise_Fireworks_can_be_as_loud_as_140160_decibels_and_sounds_over_85_decibels_are_considered_unsafe\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.0.1<\/span> \nAccording to the National Institute of Health (NIH), at least 10 million adults in the U.S. under age 70 &#8211; perhaps as many as 40 million &#8211; have hearing loss in one or both ears from exposure to loud noise. Fireworks can be as loud as 140~160 decibels, and sounds over 85 decibels are considered \u201cunsafe\u201d.\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_loud_explosion_of_fireworks_could_result_in_mildsevere_hearing_loss_and_tinnitus_8211_a_ringing_buzzing_or_roaring_in_the_ears_or_head_and_even_eardrum_perforation_The_louder_the_noise_the_higher_chance_of_hearing_loss\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.0.2<\/span> The loud explosion of fireworks could result in mild~severe hearing loss and tinnitus &#8211; a ringing, buzzing or roaring in the ears or head, and even eardrum perforation. The louder the noise, the higher chance of hearing loss.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Also_children_and_babies_have_to_be_even_more_careful_since_their_ear_canals_are_more_fragile_than_adults_Loud_sounds_could_even_impact_their_cognitive_development\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.0.3<\/span> Also, children and babies have to be even more careful, since their ear canals are more fragile than adults. Loud sounds could even impact their cognitive development.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_World_Health_Organization_recommends_the_maximum_sound_level_for_safe_hearing_in_adults_is_140_dB_and_120dB_for_children_The_noise_exposure_from_fireworks_can_easily_surpass_150_dB_and_even_reach_up_to_175_dB_if_you_do_not_take_protective_measures\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.0.4<\/span> The World Health Organization recommends the maximum sound level for safe hearing in adults is 140 dB, and 120dB for children. The noise exposure from fireworks can easily surpass 150 dB and even reach up to 175 dB, if you do not take protective measures.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#In_honor_of_the_4th_here_are_4_tips_for_safely_participating_in_fireworks_shows\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> In honor of the 4th, here are 4 tips for safely participating in fireworks shows:<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#1_Keep_a_Distance_From_Fireworks\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.1<\/span> 1) Keep a Distance From Fireworks<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Make_an_effort_to_keep_a_distance_of_at_least_500_feet_from_the_fireworks_launch_area_It_will_still_give_you_a_great_view_of_the_fireworks_but_will_keep_you_far_enough_away_from_the_loud_sound_The_farther_you_are_from_the_noise_exposure_area_the_less_harmful_to_your_ear_In_other_words_the_closer_you_are_the_greater_risk_to_your_hearing\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.1.1<\/span> \nMake an effort to keep a distance of at least 500 feet from the fireworks launch area. It will still give you a great view of the fireworks but will keep you far enough away from the loud sound. The farther you are from the noise exposure area, the less harmful to your ear. In other words, the closer you are, the greater risk to your hearing! \n<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Don8217t_Try_This_at_Home\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.2<\/span> 2) Don&#8217;t Try This at Home<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#The_best_way_to_protect_your_hearing_is_not_to_use_any_fireworks_at_home_period_Experts_recommend_attending_public_fireworks_displays_and_leaving_the_lighting_to_the_professionals_When_using_fireworks_at_home_youre_more_likely_to_expose_yourself_and_others_to_loud_damaging_noises_in_close_proximity\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.2.1<\/span> The best way to protect your hearing is not to use any fireworks at home \u2014 period. Experts recommend attending public fireworks displays and leaving the lighting to the professionals. When using fireworks at home, you\u2019re more likely to expose yourself and others to loud, damaging noises in close proximity.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_Consider_Wearing_Earplugs_or_Earmuffs\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.3<\/span> 3) Consider Wearing Earplugs or Earmuffs<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Another_way_to_enjoy_fireworks_is_to_use_earplugs_or_earmuffs_to_protect_your_ears_Ear_protection_will_help_to_dampen_the_noise_level_However_wearing_proper_ear_protection_may_not_be_enough_for_childrens_developing_hearing_It_is_best_to_leave_infants_and_small_children_at_home_or_far_away_from_the_launch_site_since_their_ear_canals_aren8217t_strong_enough_to_handle_the_loud_noise_produced_by_fireworks\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.3.1<\/span> Another way to enjoy fireworks is to use earplugs or earmuffs to protect your ears. Ear protection will help to dampen the noise level. However wearing proper ear protection may not be enough for children\u2019s developing hearing. It is best to leave infants and small children at home or far away from the launch site since their ear canals aren&#8217;t strong enough to handle the loud noise produced by fireworks.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#4_Quiet_Fireworks\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.4<\/span> 4) Quiet Fireworks<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Quiet_Fireworks_are_common_in_most_parts_of_Europe_and_the_UK_and_create_less_sound_stress_for_noise-sensitive_people_children_veterans_the_elderly_pets_and_wildlife_While_they_maintain_the_spectacle_of_traditional_fireworks_quiet_fireworks_can_help_reduce_their_harmful_effects\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.4.1<\/span> \nQuiet Fireworks are common in most parts of Europe and the UK and create less sound stress for noise-sensitive people, children, veterans, the elderly, pets, and wildlife. While they maintain the spectacle of traditional fireworks, quiet fireworks can help reduce their harmful effects.\u00a0\n<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Although_fireworks_can_at_times_be_a_danger_to_your_hearing_they_are_perfectly_safe_if_you_keep_your_distance_and_protect_your_ears_If_you_are_exposed_to_loud_fireworks_and_experience_a_ringing_buzzing_or_roaring_in_the_ears_or_head_pain_or_muffled_hearing_seek_out_medical_attention\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.4.2<\/span> Although fireworks can at times be a danger to your hearing, they are perfectly safe if you keep your distance and protect your ears. If you are exposed to loud fireworks and experience a ringing, buzzing, or roaring in the ears or head, pain, or muffled hearing, seek out medical attention.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Dont_forget_to_follow_your_local_safety_guidelines_so_that_you_and_your_loved_ones_can_watch_fireworks_safely_this_Fourth_of_July\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.4.3<\/span> Don\u2019t forget to follow your local safety guidelines so that you and your loved ones can watch fireworks safely this Fourth of July.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span id=\"Isnt_it_hard_to_imagine_Independence_day_without_fireworks\">\n<b>Isn\u2019t it hard to imagine <\/b><b>Independence day without fireworks?<\/b><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span id=\"As_much_of_the_US_starts_to_shift_back_to_normalcy_some_cities_are_still_planning_to_hold_4th_of_July_fireworks_and_festivals_despite_restrictions_on_large_gatherings\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As much of the US starts to shift back to normalcy, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">some cities are still planning to hold 4th of July fireworks and festivals, despite <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">restrictions on large gatherings.<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"While_the_colorful_and_exciting_pyrotechnics_are_fun_to_watch_its_important_to_consider_their_potential_for_harm_or_long-term_damage_to_our_hearing_health_Close_proximity_or_prolonged_exposure_to_fireworks_can_rupture_the_eardrum_and_damage_critical_bones_in_the_middle_ear_temporarily_or_sometimes_even_permanently_resulting_in_hearing_loss_While_you_may_not_notice_the_damage_done_right_away_the_damage_will_gradually_take_its_toll_Over_time_you_may_notice_a_difficulty_in_understanding_conversations_watching_TV_and_other_hearing_dependent_activities\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the colorful and exciting pyrotechnics are fun to watch, it\u2019s important to consider their potential for harm or long-term damage to our hearing health. Close proximity or prolonged exposure to fireworks can rupture the eardrum and damage critical bones in the middle ear, temporarily, or sometimes even permanently, resulting in hearing loss.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you may not notice the damage done right away, the damage will gradually take its toll. Over time you may notice a difficulty in understanding conversations, watching TV, and other hearing dependent activities.<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"In_this_article_we_will_cover_the_importance_of_protecting_your_hearing_during_fireworks_and_share_some_tips_to_do_so\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will cover the importance of protecting your hearing during fireworks, and share some tips to do so.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2><span id=\"How_Can_Fireworks_Damage_Your_Hearing\"><b><br \/>How Can Fireworks Damage Your Hearing?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span id=\"According_to_the_National_Institute_of_Health_NIH_at_least_10_million_adults_in_the_US_under_age_70_8211_perhaps_as_many_as_40_million_8211_have_hearing_loss_in_one_or_both_ears_from_exposure_to_loud_noise_Fireworks_can_be_as_loud_as_140160_decibels_and_sounds_over_85_decibels_are_considered_unsafe\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), at least 10 million adults in the U.S. under age 70 &#8211; perhaps as many as 40 million &#8211; have hearing loss in one or both ears from exposure to loud noise<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Fireworks can be as loud as 140~160 decibels, and sounds over 85 decibels are considered \u201cunsafe\u201d.<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"The_loud_explosion_of_fireworks_could_result_in_mildsevere_hearing_loss_and_tinnitus_8211_a_ringing_buzzing_or_roaring_in_the_ears_or_head_and_even_eardrum_perforation_The_louder_the_noise_the_higher_chance_of_hearing_loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The loud explosion of fireworks could result in mild~severe hearing loss and tinnitus &#8211; a ringing, buzzing or roaring in the ears or head, and even eardrum perforation. The louder the noise, the higher chance of hearing loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"Also_children_and_babies_have_to_be_even_more_careful_since_their_ear_canals_are_more_fragile_than_adults_Loud_sounds_could_even_impact_their_cognitive_development\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, children and babies have to be even more careful, since their ear canals are more fragile than adults. Loud sounds could even impact their cognitive development.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"The_World_Health_Organization_recommends_the_maximum_sound_level_for_safe_hearing_in_adults_is_140_dB_and_120dB_for_children_The_noise_exposure_from_fireworks_can_easily_surpass_150_dB_and_even_reach_up_to_175_dB_if_you_do_not_take_protective_measures\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The World Health Organization recommends the maximum sound level for safe hearing in adults is 140 dB, and 120dB for children. The noise exposure from fireworks can easily surpass 150 dB and even reach up to 175 dB, if you do not take protective measures.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span id=\"In_honor_of_the_4th_here_are_4_tips_for_safely_participating_in_fireworks_shows\"><strong>In honor of the 4th, here are 4 tips for safely participating in fireworks shows:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0326\/8254\/1188\/files\/AdobeStock_223722598_large.jpeg?v=1593511367\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Keep_a_Distance_From_Fireworks\"><b>1) Keep a Distance From Fireworks<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span id=\"Make_an_effort_to_keep_a_distance_of_at_least_500_feet_from_the_fireworks_launch_area_It_will_still_give_you_a_great_view_of_the_fireworks_but_will_keep_you_far_enough_away_from_the_loud_sound_The_farther_you_are_from_the_noise_exposure_area_the_less_harmful_to_your_ear_In_other_words_the_closer_you_are_the_greater_risk_to_your_hearing\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make an effort to keep a distance of at least 500 feet from the fireworks launch area. It will still give you a great view of the fireworks but will keep you far enough away from the loud sound. The farther you are from the noise exposure area, the less harmful to your ear. In other words, the closer you are, the greater risk to your hearing! <br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Don8217t_Try_This_at_Home\"><b>2) Don&#8217;t Try This at Home<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span id=\"The_best_way_to_protect_your_hearing_is_not_to_use_any_fireworks_at_home_period_Experts_recommend_attending_public_fireworks_displays_and_leaving_the_lighting_to_the_professionals_When_using_fireworks_at_home_youre_more_likely_to_expose_yourself_and_others_to_loud_damaging_noises_in_close_proximity\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to protect your hearing is not to use any fireworks at home \u2014 period. Experts recommend attending public fireworks displays and leaving the lighting to the professionals. When using fireworks at home, you\u2019re more likely to expose yourself and others to loud, damaging noises in close proximity.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span id=\"3_Consider_Wearing_Earplugs_or_Earmuffs\"><b>3) Consider Wearing Earplugs or Earmuffs<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span id=\"Another_way_to_enjoy_fireworks_is_to_use_earplugs_or_earmuffs_to_protect_your_ears_Ear_protection_will_help_to_dampen_the_noise_level_However_wearing_proper_ear_protection_may_not_be_enough_for_childrens_developing_hearing_It_is_best_to_leave_infants_and_small_children_at_home_or_far_away_from_the_launch_site_since_their_ear_canals_aren8217t_strong_enough_to_handle_the_loud_noise_produced_by_fireworks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to enjoy fireworks is to use earplugs or earmuffs to protect your ears. Ear protection will help to dampen the noise level. However wearing proper ear protection may not be enough for children\u2019s developing hearing. It is best to leave infants and small children at home or far away from the launch site since their ear canals aren&#8217;t strong enough to handle the loud noise produced by fireworks.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span id=\"4_Quiet_Fireworks\"><b>4) Quiet Fireworks<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span id=\"Quiet_Fireworks_are_common_in_most_parts_of_Europe_and_the_UK_and_create_less_sound_stress_for_noise-sensitive_people_children_veterans_the_elderly_pets_and_wildlife_While_they_maintain_the_spectacle_of_traditional_fireworks_quiet_fireworks_can_help_reduce_their_harmful_effects\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quiet Fireworks are common in most parts of Europe and the UK and create <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">less sound stress for noise-sensitive people, children, veterans, the elderly, pets, and wildlife. While they maintain the spectacle of traditional fireworks, quiet fireworks can help reduce their harmful effects.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"Although_fireworks_can_at_times_be_a_danger_to_your_hearing_they_are_perfectly_safe_if_you_keep_your_distance_and_protect_your_ears_If_you_are_exposed_to_loud_fireworks_and_experience_a_ringing_buzzing_or_roaring_in_the_ears_or_head_pain_or_muffled_hearing_seek_out_medical_attention\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although fireworks can at times be a danger to your hearing, they are perfectly safe if you keep your distance and protect your ears. If you are exposed to loud fireworks and experience a ringing, buzzing, or roaring in the ears or head, pain, or muffled hearing, seek out medical attention.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span id=\"Dont_forget_to_follow_your_local_safety_guidelines_so_that_you_and_your_loved_ones_can_watch_fireworks_safely_this_Fourth_of_July\"><strong>Don\u2019t forget to follow your local safety guidelines so that you and your loved ones can watch fireworks safely this Fourth of July.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--><\/style>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;It's hard to imagine Independence day without fireworks, but don't forget about your ears! 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