ear buds – Dr. Barry Dworkin

Study published in BMJ Global Health estimates that one billion people ages 12-34 who use ear buds are at risk of hearing loss because of prolonged exposure to ~80 dB volume levels.

November 17, 2022

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 17, 2022 Source:Half of World’s Young People at Risk for Hearing Loss: Study Reference:Prevalence and global estimates of unsafe listening practices in adolescents and young adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis What Noises Cause Hearing Loss?

Study published in BMJ Global Health estimates that one billion people ages 12-34 who use ear buds are at risk of hearing loss because of prolonged exposure to ~80 dB volume levels.