Ep 30 - Hearing Loss Prevention

About this episode

This episode discusses the prevention of hearing loss in the workplace and features an interview with audiologist Kellsie Busho.

In this episode of Workplace Matters, we examine hearing loss and the workplace. What are the causes, risks, and long-term impacts of noise-induced and chemically-induced hearing loss on worker health, safety, and well-being? We spoke with Kellsie Busho, an audiologist and a Director of Clinical Programs in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Iowa, about why hearing loss is 100% preventable and how employers can reduce hazardous exposures and protect workers. Host: Michael Guhin Guest: Kellsie Busho

People in this episode

Host: Michael Guhin

Guest: Kellsie Busho

Topics covered

• hearing loss
• workplace safety
• noise-induced hearing loss
• chemical exposure
• worker health
• preventable health issues

Keywords

• hearing loss
• workplace
• audiologist
• noise exposure
• worker safety
• preventable
• health risks

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Iowa, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

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