Most replayed moment: The hidden dangers of hearing loss | Prof. Marcelo Rivolta
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Most replayed moment: The hidden dangers of hearing loss | Prof. Marcelo Rivolta

B2Upper-intermediateSeptember 29, 20269 min

The world around us is louder than ever. From booming speakers to roaring traffic, our ears can take quite a beating. But have you ever stopped to consider the long-term impact of all this noise? Because hearing loss isn’t just about your ears. Emerging research suggests it could also affect your brain health in surprising ways. I’m joined by Professor Marcelo Rivolta to explore how noise exposure can cause lasting damage. He shares the early warning signs to look out for, what to do if your hearing begins to decline, and simple steps you...

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Hello and welcome to Zoe recap where each week we find the best bits from one of our podcast episodes to help you improve your health. The world around us is louder than ever. From booming speakers to roaring traffic, our ears can take quite a beating.

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But have you ever stopped to consider the long term impact of all this noise? Because hearing loss isn't just about your ears. Emerging research suggests it could also affect your brain health in surprising ways. I'm joined by Dr. Marcelo Revolta to explore how noise exposure can cause lasting damage.

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He shares the early warning signs to look out for, what to do if your hearing begins to decline, and simple steps that you can take to protect these vital organs on the side of your head. What's it like to suffer hearing loss and how does it impact your life?

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