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>> NARRATOR: Did you know that hearing loss is the 3rd most common chronic health condition in the U.S.?

About 48 Million adults experience some degree of hearing loss in part due to loud noises.

Consistent exposure to moderately loud sounds, as well as exposure to a single loud sound, can cause irreversible damage.

Walk away from noisy places.

Turn down the sound when using ear buds.

Wear ear plugs to block the noise, if your job exposes you to loud sounds.

And eat a healthy diet to provide your inner ear with nutrients.

This has been a message from Songs for Sound, United Healthcare and this station. 

For more information visit songsforsound.org.