In most cases, you are exposed to noise that is potentially harmful to your hearing health. However, it is hard to identify hearing loss since it occurs gradually. For this reason, it is important to schedule an annual ear damage check up to help in early identification and diagnosis.
When it comes to preventative care, scheduling a hearing test is not seen on the average person’s list of priorities. Most people figure “well, if my hearing starts to go, I’ll notice” or “I’m not deaf, so it’s not important.”