The Extent of Hearing Loss in the Army: A Survey Report

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Abstract:

The purpose of the study was to survey the incidence of noise-induced hearing loss among United States Army troops. Accurate hearing threshold data were obtained from a heterogenous sample of 2726 men representing different branches and lengths of time of active duty. The study provides evidence suggesting that noise-induced hearing loss is the number one hazard to the health of Army personnel. The report summarizes the magnitude of the problem among career Army personnel with over 10 years on active duty.

Author(s):
Walden, Brian E. ; Worthington, Don W. ; Mccurdy, Harry W.
Author Organization(s):
WALTER REED GENERAL HOSPITAL WASHINGTON DC
Descriptive Note:
Final rept.
Pagination:
0055

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Project Number(s):
DA-71-P-08
Monitor Series:
USAMRDC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.4.1_Force Health Protection; JCA_1.4_Force Support
Communities of Interest:
Biomedical
Descriptor(s):
*DEAFNESS, HAZARDS, ARMY PERSONNEL, MILITARY MEDICINE, PROTECTION, NOISE, HEARING
Field(s)/Group(s):
Anatomy and Physiology
Report Date:
1971 Dec 21