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April 9, 2026

When 85 DB Misleads: How Averages Hide Hearing Risk

Sarah Flores-Garza

My name is Sarah Flores-Garza, and I am from Harlingen, Texas. I am a senior, biology major with a Certificate in Public Health

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  • Isabel Gerwig

    Wow Sarah! This is such an interesting infographic that made me realize that there is a false sense of security when being around large noises. I never knew that noise levels at concerts could lead to hearing loss so rapidly, as a person who goes to concerts frequently. After reading your infographic, I am definitely going to take better care of my hearing. I loved the formatting of your graphic, and it made it easy to follow as someone who does not have much knowledge on this topic.

  • Christian Molina

    Hi Sarah! I really enjoyed your infographic! I have always tried to value my hearing, so this is useful information to me. I wear earplugs to loud concerts, keep my headphones low, etc. But seeing that decibel ranges depend on time was totally new to me! All this information is something I will have to keep with me in the future. Amazing work on your infographic!

  • Samantha Garcia Mora

    Hello Sarah! Your infographic not only met the informational criteria but also provided some truly shocking news. As someone who frequently attends concerts, I thought I understood the risks involved, but after reading your project, the potential damage is much more significant than I originally realized. I also loved your formatting; it was very easy to navigate and helped me reach clear conclusions. Great job!

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