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Summer may have left marks on your ears. September is the time to test them

Notícias de Coimbra8 September 2026 at 11:47

Summer is associated with the beach, pool, travel, and outdoor moments, but it is also one of the times of year when ears can suffer the most damage. Prolonged exposure to water, whether in pools or at the beach, as well as increased humidity, can cause hearing problems that go unnoticed during the warmer months. Experts warn that many people end the summer with ear damage without even realizing it. September emerges as the ideal time to have hearing tests and identify possible problems that may have arisen during the beach season.

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