Nepal's Festivals and Hearing Health | Hearing Health Awareness

Nepal is a land of vibrant festivals, where celebrations are marked by cultural music, dance, firecrackers, and public gatherings. While these festivities bring joy and unity, they also pose risks to hearing health due to high noise levels. This presentation explores the cultural richness of Nepal’s festivals, the potential dangers to hearing from loud celebrations, and practical tips to protect your ears. It also highlights the role of hearing health services, including those offered by the Nepal Hearing & Speech Clinic, in raising awareness and preventing hearing loss during festival times. Learn how to enjoy Nepal's traditions while safeguarding your hearing.

1. Nepal's Festivals and Hearing Health https://nepalhearing.com/

2. Introduction to Nepal's Festivals Dashain: 15-day festival celebrating good over evil. Tihar: Festival of lights, worshipping various deities. Holi: The festival of colors, symbolizing the arrival of spring. Bisket Jatra : Celebrated in Bhaktapur with large chariot processions. https://nepalhearing.com/

3. Festivals in Nepal are known for: Loud music : Traditional instruments like Madal , Damphu, and Panche Baja. Firecrackers and explosives : Especially during Tihar. Cultural performances : Singing and dancing in public spaces. https://nepalhearing.com/

4. The Impact of Loud Sounds on Hearing Exposure to sounds above 85 dB can lead to hearing loss. Firecrackers and traditional instruments during festivals often exceed 100 dB. Continuous exposure to these sounds can damage sensitive hearing cells in the ear. https://nepalhearing.com/

5. Hearing Health and Awareness During Festivals Lack of awareness around the impact of loud festival activities on hearing. Temporary and permanent hearing loss from firecrackers and loud instruments. Symptoms of hearing damage: Ringing in the ears (tinnitus), difficulty hearing conversations, muffled sounds. https://nepalhearing.com/

6. How to Protect Hearing During Festivals Limit exposure to loud noises : Stand farther from firecrackers and speakers. Use ear protection : Earplugs or earmuffs during loud events. Follow the 60/60 rule : Keep music at 60% volume for no more than 60 minutes. Raise awareness : Encourage friends and family to take care of their hearing. https://nepalhearing.com/

7. Hearing Health Services in Nepal Various clinics and services provide hearing health assessments and treatments in Nepal: Hearing assessment and diagnosis Hearing aid trials and fittings Speech and language therapy Cochlear implant services https://nepalhearing.com/

8. Raising Awareness: Nepal Hearing and Speech Clinic Mission : To improve hearing health awareness during festivals. Campaigns : Outreach during major festivals to promote hearing protection. Contact Information: Location : Bluestar Complex, Thapathali , Kathmandu, Nepal Phone : [phone] https://nepalhearing.com/