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Do you struggle to hear conversations in noisy rooms or find yourself turning up the TV? These could be early signs of diabetes-related hearing impairment.

Why people with diabetes are twice as likely to lose their hearing, and the early sign you’re missing

February 20, 2026 6:36 pm

Diabetes is well-known for affecting the heart and kidneys, but its impact on your ears is a ‘silent’ complication.

A PGIMER study published in the Indian Journal of Public Health reveals that 80% of Chandigarh traffic policemen experience sleep loss, stress, and hypertension due to constant noise exposure.

80% of traffic cops in Chandigarh witness stress due to chronic daily noise exposure: Study

October 08, 2025 12:06 am

PGI research suggests 56% of traffic policemen experienced symptoms of tinnitus, compared to 29% of their general counterparts

An ENT wants you to know of these hidden risks of using earphones during the rains: 'While it is tricky to catch...'

September 14, 2025 10:36 pm

Earphones block airflow in the ear canal creating a warm and moist environment where germs thrive

All about Valsalva maneuver, the technique that can help protect your ears during air travel, underwater diving

July 09, 2025 9:04 am

However, while this technique is generally harmless, it should be performed cautiously to avoid potential strain or injury.

We asked the experts to explain how that can happen.

Woman allegedly loses hearing after being kissed too hard on the ear; we find out if that it really possible

May 14, 2025 6:13 pm

Changes in your hearing should never be ignored, particularly if symptoms linger or worsen over time

Here's what may happen if you travel on flight with a cold

March 26, 2025 10:12 am

"Happened with me once. Believe me, it was the worst experience in my life..." a user wrote on Instagram

Alka Yagnik warns against using earphones after revealing hearing loss diagnosis. Should you be worried too?

June 23, 2024 3:43 pm

Some people are more at risk of hearing loss from prolonged earphone use than others. How do you protect yourself?

Understanding the 60:60 rule and its effectiveness against hearing loss

April 26, 2024 6:08 pm

Did you know that prolonged exposure to loud music can permanently damage your ears? Here’s why you need to start following the 60%/60-minute rule

Does platelet-rich plasma therapy, popular for hair growth, help with hearing loss? Experts weigh in

September 28, 2023 11:27 am

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: While conventional treatments such as hearing aids provide temporary relief by amplifying sound levels, PRP therapy offers a more transformative approach by targeting underlying issues at a cellular level, according to Dr Chandra Veer Singh, consultant otorhinolaryngologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai

Connection between hearing loss and dementia

Understanding the link between hearing loss and dementia

April 28, 2023 3:15 pm

Hearing is connected to memory since our brain relies on auditory information to form and retrieve memories, said Dr Amol Patil, Senior Consultant, ENT, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital