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Title: Noise-induced hearing loss: the family physician's role

Journal Article · · Am. Fam. Physician; (United States)
OSTI ID:5718527

Noise is an environmental health problem that has not received sufficient attention. Physicians should become knowledgeable about the medical consequences of excessive noise, support legislation to reduce the problem and promote programs aimed at noise control and prevention of hearing loss. Questions about noise and hearing should be incorporated into the medical history, and pure-tone audiometry should be a part of periodic physical evaluations.

Research Organization:
Univ. of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle
OSTI ID:
5718527
Journal Information:
Am. Fam. Physician; (United States), Vol. 36:6
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English