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Researchers Look to Smartphones to Improve Hearing in Noisy Places
An innovative research tool that runs on a smartphone may make it easier to hear conversations in noisy places, whether you wear hearing aids or not.
Read MoreResearch Tests New Treatments for Tinnitus
Noisy Planet’s parent organization, the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), supports research on potential treatments for tinnitus (ringing or other sounds in the ears or head).
Read MoreHear the Sounds of Nature
The Acoustical Society of America (ASA)—a partner of Noisy Planet—offers interesting sounds of nature and the science of acoustics on their Explore Sound website.
Read MoreSafely Enjoy Fireworks Displays
Explosions from fireworks can reach sound levels of 160 decibels. Use hearing protectors or consider less noisy backyard activities to celebrate this July 4th.
Read MoreOctober Is National Protect Your Hearing Month: Safeguard Your Hearing
During this year’s National Protect Your Hearing Month—observed each October—learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), and help Noisy Planet spread the word to others.
Read MoreNoisy Planet Offers a Teacher Toolkit!
Our Teacher Toolkit helps educators and school nurses teach children about the causes and prevention of noise-induced hearing loss.
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