What causes hearing loss?
Summary
Discover the fascinating mechanics of human hearing, from the outer ear to the inner ear, and learn why our hearing naturally worsens with age. The discussion covers the role of genetics and environmental factors in hearing decline, how the brain adapts to weaker signals, and potential ways to mitigate hearing loss, alongside a useful vocabulary recap.Episode description
As we get older, our hearing naturally gets worse. But what are the causes of this decline? And is there anything we can do to prevent it? Neil and Georgie discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.
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