It took me years to invest in earplugs for concerts. Now I never go to shows without them. I loved the immersiveness of booming sound (enough to put up with ringing ears afterward), but recurring ...

Hearing loss is more common than you think, and it’s not just from concerts or loud jobs -- blasting music through your headphones or even frequent ear infections can take a toll. The good news?

Our ability to hear connects us to the world: the laughter of loved ones, the beauty of music, and the simple sounds of daily life. But these sounds can turn harmful when they become too loud.