Preventing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Royster, Julia Doswell

doi:10.18043/ncm.78.2.113

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“…Indeed, there are challenges in preventing and controlling exposure to occupational noise that need to be recognized in establishing a hearing conservation program. Hearing conservation programs that have policies on top of minimum compliance seem to do better in the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss [ 49 ]. Ref.…”

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Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss among Migrant Workers in Kuwait

Buqammaz

Gasana

Alahmad

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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Although the effect of hearing loss on years lived with disability (YLD) is quite substantial, occupational hearing loss among migrant workers is significantly under-studied. In Kuwait, where nearly two-thirds of the population are migrant workers, the burden of occupational noise-induced hearing loss (ONIHL) is unknown. The objective of the study was to assess the prevalence of ONIHL among migrant workers in Kuwait and explore workplace and individual risk factors that are associated with ONIHL. We obtained data of annual physical exams for the year 2018 conducted by the Shuaiba Industrial Medical Center (SIMC) for all industrial workers in the area. We applied univariate and multivariate logistic regression models to estimate the effects of individual and occupational characteristics on ONIHL. A total of 3474 industrial workers visited the SIMC for an annual exam. The vast majority were men (99%) and non-Kuwaitis (98%) with a median age of 38 years. A total of 710 workers were diagnosed with ONIHL with a prevalence of 20.4%. Age, years of experience, and self-reported exposure to noise were associated with statistically significant higher odds of ONIHL. When adjusted for age, years of experience, and other individual level factors, type of industry was not a statistically significant predictor of ONIHL. The study uncovers the significant burden of hearing loss among the migrant worker subpopulation in Kuwait, an area of occupational health that is often underestimated or unrecognized. Although laws and regulations are in place to prevent and control noise in the workplace, the onus is on local authorities to ensure the necessary training and controls aimed to reduce noise exposure.

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Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss among Migrant Workers in Kuwait

Buqammaz

Gasana

Alahmad

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IJERPH

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“…Presbikusis merupakan gangguan pendengaran jenis sensorineural yang terjadi akibat penurunan fungsi pendengaran yang bersifat degeneratif. Presbikusis dapat dialami oleh seseorang yang terpapar kebisingan kerja (occupational noise) maupun kebisingan non-kerja (non-occupational noise) (46).…”

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The Potential Risk of Hearing Loss on Noise-Exposed Housewives : An Observational Study at Sukosari Madiun Railway Residentia

Krisnanti

Sulistyorini

2020

JKL

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Introduction: Hearing loss events often occur in communities who exposed to high-intensity noise and for long periods. Residents who lived around the railway tracks had a high risk of experiencing hearing loss. This study aims to analyze the potential risk of hearing loss in housewives who for 1x24 hours was always exposed to train noise. Method: This research was an observational analytic study with a cross-sectional design. The sample of this study was 42 housewives who were divided into 2 groups: 21 people exposed to noise and 21 people not exposed to noise. Respondents were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Research data obtained through interviews and observations. Measurement of noise intensity using a whisper test. Result and Discussion: Measurement of day and night noise (L = 65,9 dBA) has exceeded the noise quality standard set for residential areas which were 55 dBA. The results showed that noise (p = 0,030; OR = 5,846) had a strong correlation with hearing loss. While age (p = 0,416), length of stay (p = 1,000), the presence of a barrier (p = 0,465) did not have a significant correlation with hearing loss. Conclusion: Housewives who were exposed to noise have the potential risk of hearing loss. Therefore, efforts must be made to adjust the distance of the settlement and the installation of sound dampers to reduce the risk of hearing loss.

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“…The article by Royster goes into detail related to our individual susceptibility to noise damage [6], including damage from gunfire, power tools, loud concerts, and personal stereo players, if the user wears the device regularly enough at high in-ear sound levels. The article also addresses occupational noise damage and the role of employers and the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards in protecting workers.…”

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Introduction to The NCMJ's Special Issue on Vision and Hearing Loss

Williams

2017

North Carolina Medical Journal

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Preventing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Cited by 17 publications

References 6 publications

Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss among Migrant Workers in Kuwait

Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss among Migrant Workers in Kuwait

The Potential Risk of Hearing Loss on Noise-Exposed Housewives : An Observational Study at Sukosari Madiun Railway Residentia

Introduction to The NCMJ's Special Issue on Vision and Hearing Loss

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