National Save Your Hearing Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Hearing Protection

Observe National Save Your Hearing Day on May 31, which is observed annually to conclude Better Speech and Hearing Month on a high note but at a reduced volume. Although it is unknown who founded this particular event, it is crystal clear what these enigmatic individuals desired: to safeguard hearing and prevent hearing loss at all costs.

The background of National Save Your Hearing Day

Since ancient times, hearing impairment has been documented. PUM II, an Egyptian mummy, had a perforated eardrum, which is indicative of hearing loss. Hearing-impaired individuals were shunned by the ancient Greeks, according to historical records. Surprisingly, the Greek philosopher Aristotle reportedly referred to them as “barbarians” because they (obviously) lacked appropriate speech. The earliest record of hearing loss, however, comes from ancient Egypt, where an ancient papyrus even suggests a treatment for hearing loss. These men, in contrast to the ancient Greeks, were taught to regard disabled people with respect, including the deaf. The Romans were another civilization that showed mute people respect. A Roman infant with congenital deafness was granted a special burial in a stone coffin in Britain.

As evidenced by the writings of the Athenian philosopher Plato, the use of sign language began very early on. In contrast, the earliest mention of a hearing aid is found in the writings of an Italian scholar who described a sound-amplification instrument.

In later years, the United States and the rest of the world gained knowledge about hearing protection due to military requirements. From earplugs and ear coverings (to protect hearing) to earmuffs, numerous hearing aid innovations were developed during both World Wars. As with most inventions, these earmuffs went through a succession of changes to become the fluffy ear protectors they are today. The ear cushions were initially very rigid and required a sturdy headband to hold them in place, causing them to be described as possessing a “vice-like” grasp.

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5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HEARING PROTECTION

This rule stipulates that individuals should not listen to music for more than 60 minutes per day at a decibel level of 60 percent of their volume capacity.

The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends no more than eight hours per day of exposure to noise at 90 dBA (i.e., using headphones at a moderate volume).

If you must use headphones, over-the-ear models are preferable; earbuds should be avoided due to their proximity to the cochlea.

If you must use headphones, over-the-ear models are preferable; earbuds should be avoided due to their proximity to the cochlea.

Hearing-threatening infections can be caused by wet ears, so it is crucial to keep them dried at all times.

NATIONAL SAVE YOUR HEARING DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	May 31	Wednesday
2024	May 31	Friday
2025	May 31	Saturday
2026	May 31	Sunday
2027	May 31	Monday