Susan Bianco, an 87-year-old from Lancaster, realized she was losing her hearing when she found herself constantly asking her ...

Lubbock’s noise ordinance is a bit vague in that it essentially says a violation is committed when a nearby person’s sleep, peace, comfort or repose is unreasonably disturbed. Councilwoman Shelia ...

(BPT) - How likely are you to experience hearing loss because of your job? You may think you're safe if your job doesn't involve operating noisy machinery, but hearing loss can occur whenever you're ...

Have you ever wondered why listening to rainfall is so relaxing? With the exception of thunderstorms, rainfall typically measures around 50 dBA. In addition, rain emits a sound that is similar to ...

An audio category that often goes unnoticed but is actually immensely popular is the children’s wireless headphones category. Companies such as Belkin, iClever, and EarFun are already making big bucks ...

Question: I'm worried about my hearing because I played in a rock band when I was a kid. How dangerous is the sound level on the bandstand? Answer: Sound volume is measured in decibels (dB). You risk ...

After struggling to create a lively downtown that balances revelers’ music with residents’ peace, the city commission last week adopted noise limits it hopes are more easily enforced than its old ...

Some of the most prevalent workplace hazards aren’t seen—they’re heard. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to damaging ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Lauren Dragan Lauren Dragan writes about audio tech and OTC hearing aids. She ...

Pew pew pew! Pffffffrrrrt. Vroom. Beep beep beep! If a noisy toy is grating on a parent, it’s a sign the space gun, fart machine or race car might be damaging to young ears, according to Dr. Hamid ...

A report by tech guide The Wirecutter tries out thirty headphones for children. — -- Some headphones marketed for children may not restrict enough noise for young ears, according to a new report ...