More than one billion young people between the ages of 12 and 34 worldwide could be at risk of hearing loss, and one major factor is listening to music or other audio on personal devices at high volumes, too frequently, and for extended periods of time, research shows.
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In addition to hearing loss, frequent headphone or earphone use can also cause other ear-related concerns, such as tinnitus and ear infections, notes one review of 23 studies.
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The good news is that simple adjustments to how you use your headphones or earbuds can help. Here are four potential risks that come with using these devices, and how you can avoid them.
1. Hearing…
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