Hearing Loss

Specialist doctor: There is cumulative damage to hearing due to the sirens – even if not immediate

Sirens reach particularly high intensities and experts warn that repeated exposure to such noise may cause cumulative damage to hearing even if it is not felt immediately.

MARCH 26, 2026|ByDR. AMEEN BIADSEE

There is cumulative damage to hearing due to the sirens

After the interceptions: The complaints coming from all over the country – and the severe impact

Exposure to loud noise from the blast of interceptions and missiles causes an increase in tinnitus – ringing in the ears resulting from damage to hearing and sometimes to the brain.

MARCH 24, 2026|ByDR. ITAY GAL

RONI HAHN (left) and Prof. Karen Avraham.

TAU researchers develop groundbreaking gene therapy to treat hearing, balance disabilities

“These findings highlight the potential of self-complementary AAVs to reduce dose requirements, minimize toxicity, and broaden clinical use of inner-ear therapies," said the head researcher.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025|ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

Gene therapy restores hearing in children and adults with congenital deafness. Illustration.

Breakthrough gene therapy could one day cure genetic hearing loss

New treatment targeting CLIC5 gene shows promise in preserving sensory cells in the inner ear, offering hope for millions affected by genetic hearing and balance disorders.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025|ByPESACH BENSON/TPS

Can a new drug prevent hearing loss?

Mice studies in California show the way to a new drug that could prevent hearing loss from loud music and aging.

JANUARY 11, 2024ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

Hearing aids reduce the risk of death - study

Hearing loss is very common, affecting an estimated 1·6 billion people around the world, and its prevalence is expected to increase to 2.5 billion by 2050.

JANUARY 4, 2024ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

Closeup of a senior woman with an electronic hearing aid in her hand.

Shooting practice at firearm ranges can harm hearing, pregnant women - OSH

The noise from machine guns and rifles, characterized by very high decibel levels of around 160 decibels has the potential to cause irreversible hearing damage – even with a single exposure.

DECEMBER 4, 2023ByJUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH

CALIBER 3 shooting range in Gush Etzion, earlier this month: Over the past month, more than 200,000 Israelis have filed applications for gun licenses.

Sonovive Reviews (Fake or Legit?) Hearing Support Expert Analysis

Sonovive is an all-natural dietary supplement formulated to support hearing health and function. Does it work? Read our in depth analysis for Sonovive Reviews.

OCTOBER 22, 2023ByPR