February 1, 2026

Close-up of an older persons ear with their hand cupped behind it, suggesting they are trying to hear better. The background is plain and light-colored.

Examining Noise Exposure and Hearing Loss Over Time

Commonly, clinicians link hearing loss to senescence, but for millions of Americans, auditory trauma initiates much earlier in life. Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common and preventable forms of damage to our hearing, escaping notice until it becomes a permanent condition. An objective understanding of noise-related auditory impact over time can help