Hearology®

Prevention

21 articles

How everyday noise, headphones, concerts and workplaces can damage hearing, and simple ways to protect it, from earplugs to volume limits. Hearing lost to noise usually does not come back, so it pays to act early. If you are worried about your ears, an Ear Health Consultation is a good place to start.

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Prevention

Pete Tong - Rave for as long as possible

Can loud music damage your hearing? DJ Pete Tong shares his hearing loss journey, hearing aid experience and why protecting your ears matters.

By Hearology · 9 July 2026 · 4 min read
Prevention

Protect your hearing while you still can

Protect your hearing with simple steps: limit loud noise, use ear protection, avoid cotton buds and get regular hearing checks to prevent lasting damage.

By Hearology · 2 April 2026 · 4 min read
Prevention

Worrying evidence of hearing loss in 18 year olds

New Netherlands research finds measurable hearing damage common by 18; recreational noise is a preventable cause - use lower volumes, breaks and protection.

By Hearology · 24 February 2026 · 4 min read
Prevention

Why passive earplugs are winning over sleepers

Reusable passive earplugs give battery-free noise reduction for sleep and focus: comfortable, hygienic and often more reliable than ANC earbuds.

By Hearology · 27 January 2026 · 4 min read
Prevention

Loop’s new earplugs protect hearing without dulling sound

Loop Experience 2 Plus earplugs protect hearing while preserving music and speech clarity. Comfortable, reusable protection for concerts and noisy spaces.

By Hearology · 12 January 2026 · 3 min read
Prevention

How Apple’s volume controls help protect children’s hearing

Apple's parental controls let you cap headphone volume, lock settings and use Guided Access to protect children's ears from harmful noise exposure.

By Hearology · 8 January 2026 · 3 min read
Prevention

How smart acoustic design is reshaping modern workspaces

Smart acoustic design reduces noise, boosts focus and speech privacy in offices and studios, improving productivity, wellbeing and hearing health.

By Hearology · 2 January 2026 · 4 min read
Prevention

UK troops sue 3M over earplugs blamed for deafness

Thousands of UK troops sue 3M over faulty Combat Arms earplugs, alleging deafness and tinnitus, a case that highlights military noise-related hearing harm.

By Hearology · 24 November 2025 · 4 min read
Prevention

White noise and the risk to brain health

Sleeping with loud white noise may harm hearing and raise dementia risk. Keep sleep soundscapes low and brief to protect hearing and long-term brain health.

By Hearology · 14 October 2025 · 4 min read
Prevention

Summer sounds can damage your hearing

Summer noise from lawn mowers, music festivals and fireworks can cause permanent hearing damage. Use ear protection, monitor levels and take breaks. Act now.

By Hearology · 22 September 2025 · 3 min read