• Author: Ann Nakashima
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The impact of repetitive exposure to low-level blast on neurocognitive function in Canadian Armed Forces’ breachers, snipers, and military controls

Abstract: Objective: The primary aim of this study was to evaluate whether military occupations with repetitive exposure to low-level blast (i.e., breachers and snipers) display …

Impact of low-level blast exposure from military training and career cumulation on hearing outcomes

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Occupational trades expose military service members to unique sound exposure profiles, distinct in frequency and amplitude to those commonly studied in …

Protecting the hearing-impaired worker: speech understanding with electronic hearing protection devices

Abstract: In many military and civilian occupations, the use of a hearing protection device (HPD) is required while working in noisy environments. When a worker has a pre-existing …

Comparison of different types of hearing protection devices for use during weapons firing

Abstract: Introduction: Hearing protection devices (HPDs) are not rated for impulse noise, which makes it difficult to select an appropriate device for use during weapons firing. …