hearing protection
Best Hearing Protection for Shooting: A South Dakota Pheasant Season Guide
By Dr. Jade Husby, Au.D. | September 20, 2026 Short Version Pick protection that cuts the shot and leaves the field audible. A 12 gauge peaks near 161 dB, and a 31 dB earmuff pulls that to about 130 dB…
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It’s National Protect Your Hearing Month!
October marks National Protect Your Hearing Month. It’s a reminder that hearing loss often starts quietly, with daily habits that seem harmless. If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your hearing, now is the time to act. A few simple…
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Fireworks May Cause Hearing Damage
Summer celebrations and fireworks go hand-in-hand. But did you know fireworks can cause hearing damage in just one blast? It’s true—even short exposures to extremely loud sounds can harm your ears permanently. At Stanford Hearing in Sioux Falls, we care…
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Protecting Your Hearing at Work: Understanding Occupational Hearing Loss
Occupational hearing loss is a leading work-related illness in the United States. Exposure to loud noise or harmful chemicals at work can permanently damage your hearing. Fortunately, with proper precautions, occupational hearing loss is preventable. What Causes Occupational Hearing Loss?…
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