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What are decibels, and when do they become harmful?
The decibel (abbreviated dB) is the unit used to measure the intensity of a sound. The decibel scale is a little odd because the human ear is incredibly sensitive. Your...
Overstimulation earplugs
If you’re highly sensitive, you’re more prone to overstimulation. Earplugs can help prevent it. But what exactly is high sensitivity? What does overstimulation mean? And how can earplugs help with...
What exactly is noise nuisance?
How loud is too loud? Find out when noise crosses the line into nuisance and how you can deal with it.
Hearing protection for shooting sports: everything you need to know
What is the best type of hearing protection at the shooting range? Discover the difference between active and passive protection.
Ringing in your ears? Causes, symptoms and solutions
Annoying ringing in your ears after a festival? Stress? Or has it just appeared out of the blue? We can help you identify the cause as well as offer a...
How to improve your focus and concentration with the right hearing protection
Discover how the right hearing protection helps improve your focus and concentration: wherever you are and whatever the situation.
7 tips for self-care: the best ways to take care of yourself
Self-care is trending for a reason. It’s not a luxury - it’s a necessity. Read on to discover simple and effective ways to take better care of yourself every day.
How hearing works
The way hearing works is very interesting. All parts of the ear must work together correctly to capture sound and transmit it to the brain for interpretation.
Cleaning your ears
When should you clean your own ears? How can you clean your ears safely? And, are cotton swabs really that bad for your ears?
Misophonia
What is misophonia? What are the symptoms, triggers, and causes of misophonia? And what can you do if you think you have this disorder?
Listening to the Future: World Hearing Day
Every year on March 3rd, we celebrate World Hearing Day. It's a time to focus on something we often take for granted: our hearing. This special day is all about...
What is tinnitus and how to prevent hearing damage?
Temporary damage to the hearing is incurred when you hear a beeping, buzzing, ringing or hissing sound in your ears after a concert or festival. Your brain has been forced...
Types of hearing protection
These range from yellow plugs inserted into the ear to customized otoplastics. Each type of hearing protection has specific qualities. Foam EarplugsVisitors to factories or construction sites are often...
